Size: 9ft 7in x 7ft 10in (292 x 240cm). 

Antique Pirot / Sarkoy kilim of scarce 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 is of a scarce two medallion design with a soft burnt orange ground note the six ladies in traditional costume woven into the design. The kilim is framed with two borders; the inner of traditional design on a dark ground. The outer border is in ivory with a soft blue design. The weave is typically fine and tight. This is a scarce and outstanding example of a Sarkoy kilim. Very good condition with slight wear. Suitable for normal domestic use. Hand washed and ready for use. 

Stock Number: R-1724.