Turkish Wool Kilim Runner

Red, white and black, stitched into rows of tiny diamonds.

Weavers of Turkey made this kilim runner in wool in the 20th century. Flatwoven kilims are commonly used as floor coverings, wall hangings and bedding across Anatolia. The runner is long and narrow, with bold horizontal bands of black, white and orange-red on the borders. Between them run rows of small diamond and hooked motifs in pink, cream and dark blue. Short fringes finish both ends. The wool has a matte, slightly dry hand, and the colors are rich without being loud.

Built for a hall or a long gallery wall. It will keep any corridor on schedule.