Vintage Manisa Kilim lanterns This Turkish rug is a

This Turkish rug is a reproduction of an antique Karabagh

kilims with varied purposes

this region was historically celebrated as a center for producing exceptional tribal rugs before the Soviet period

which was available at the time

is richly decorated with beetles representing strength and authority

Vintage Manisa Kilim lanterns This Turkish rug is aThis kilim jijim, woven from coarse goat hair in Manisas hinterlands, was primarily used as a durable floor covering. Its sturdy texture also made it suitable for protecting livestock during harsh weather. The design carries symbolic meaning, intended to guard the family and their possessions from harm and negative influences. These kilim & carpets were mostly woven for specific reasons, such as dowry, gift, commission based by someone, or for the