Size: 9ft 1in x 7ft 7in (278 x 231cm). 

Antique Pirot / Sarkoy kilim of repeat diamond medallion design. A kilim of good room size with outstanding colour. 

Circa 1920. 

Pirot kilims are also known as Sarkoy or Sharkoy they originate from the town of Pirot in south-eastern Serbia; where they have been made since the middle ages. The popular design style has spread across the Balkan region and into western Turkey. These are outstanding furnishing kilims with a very unique style in a wide range of designs and colours. This example has two rows of five diamond shaped medallions on a warm rust red ground the medallions are in soft pastel colours. The border is in dark charcoal grey with a traditional design in very soft colours. Very good condition with slight wear. Suitable for normal domestic use. Hand washed and ready for use. 

Stock Number: R-1725.