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A handwoven rug is called a kilim or woven rug. These flat-woven rugs are significantly thinner than knotted rugs and therefore much lighter.
Woven carpets come in a wide variety of designs: The classic and traditional kilims , which were often very popular as wall hangings, are contrasted today by colorful and modern patterns .
A current trend is woven rugs with ethnic motifs – similar to a decorative Berber rug , they go well with the country house style, which is dominated by warm natural wood tones and the color white. Woven rugs are still made in the traditional way today – these very flat, thin rugs are not knotted, but produced entirely by hand on special looms.
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This is how a woven carpet is created
The term "woven rug" describes the method of production of these special rugs, in which the materials – usually virgin wool – are woven by hand on a loom into a thin, flat fabric. These looms have two thread systems : the warp and the weft.
The pre-tensioned warp threads form the base into which the weft threads are drawn from one selvedge to the other and intertwined . This creates a dense and grippy pile that is very robust and durable , yet also extremely flexible.
Woven rug or kilim
Handwoven rugs feature an extremely diverse range of patterns and motifs, characterized by a wide array of colors. The motifs of traditional kilims are mostly region-specific, showcasing detailed plant or animal patterns as well as geometric shapes and symbols . Modern woven rugs also incorporate a variety of patterns and motifs, but these are typically presented in contemporary, vibrant colors Subtle, pastel shades are also popular , creating a highly decorative living environment.
The proper technical term for this type of carpet is kilim, or kilim rugs, whose tradition back to antiquity . Nomadic peoples used handwoven rugs as wall decorations for their tents and yurts and as protection against the cold. These versatile flatweaves were also used as floor coverings or even blankets. A traditional handwoven rug usually features tribal symbols and motifs that vary from region to region. With their own symbolic language, these motifs represent different feelings, desires, and stories.
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Antique woven carpets are highly sought-after collector's items
Similar to antique Oriental rugs, antique woven carpets also have high collector value. Here too, the older and rarer the carpet , the more popular and expensive these antique treasures are. The condition of preservation is, of course, also an important criterion for its collector value.
A handwoven rug can be described as semi-antique from around 60 to 90 years of older than 100 years, experts use the term antique. The fact that woven rugs have been able to survive this time is due to the masterful craftsmanship and the high-quality virgin wool.
Those who appreciate the extraordinary will find a wide selection of antique collector's items from around the world carpet retailer . This long-established family business is now in its fourth generation of carpet trading and boasts an extensive collection of antique and semi-antique woven carpets , amassed and traded over many decades.
The collection includes countless handwoven carpets from the Caucasus, ancient Persia, Afghanistan, and Anatolia , all in excellent condition. Only select pieces found their way into the collection, which can be viewed in the large showroom near Zurich.
Woven rugs create a modern living environment
Just like antique treasures, new woven rugs are currently highly sought after as contemporary home accessories . This is hardly surprising, as a woven rug, with its loose and airy character, creates a modern living environment. Handwoven rugs are a particularly popular element in Scandinavian interior design , perfectly complementing a minimalist, predominantly natural style.
Woven rugs are also popular in country-style homes. They're not just for the living room; a woven rug also looks fantastic in the kitchen, dining room, and bedroom. For modern living spaces, Mischioff offers several kilim collections in its extensive range, all handcrafted from natural materials .
Large selection of handwoven carpets in the Mischioff Collection
Experience the beauty and elegance of a handcrafted kilim for yourself and browse our diverse collections. In addition to antique woven rugs, the Mischioff Collection various types of handwoven rugs to suit every interior design style. These rugs differ in their origin, fineness, colors, and patterns: modern stripes, geometric symbols, or even motifs inspired by nature .
Thanks to their handcrafted nature, each woven rug has its own unique style and is always a true original. And those who hand-knotted rugs designer rugs , trendy vintage rugs , and other Brand Carpet in the other collections .
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Woven rug from the Kiano Kelim Collection
Mischioff's Kiano Kelim Collection woven rugs are a true highlight. These kilim rugs are handwoven in Iran from high-quality virgin wool. The hand-spun wool is woven on looms in strips no more than one meter wide, which are then artfully and almost invisibly sewn together on the back. The combination of different strips creates decorative and highly individual striped patterns with softly blended colors.
The kilims are available in a wide variety of sizes and colors, directly from stock. Many pieces are rather subtle in color, consisting of light beige to brown base colors combined with soft, pastel shades . However, the collection also offers high-contrast models: black, red, green, or blue as intense base colors, interwoven with multicolored stripes and patterns .
A woven rug is versatile in its use
The woven rugs of the Malkia Kelim Collection are somewhat coarser in design and offer a slightly rustic look that is ideal for Scandinavian interior design .
Generally, a handwoven rug, with its very thin and lightweight surface, is versatile and easy to move. For those who like to redecorate and don't want to carry heavy items, such a woven rug is always a good choice.
Furthermore, a woven rug is generally less expensive than a knotted rug, as handwoven rugs can be produced much faster . However, you don't have to compromise on quality: a carefully handwoven rug is just as robust and durable as a knotted rug and, with proper care, will last a lifetime .
As a manufacturer and retailer of handmade carpets, Mischioff works closely with select carpet retailers, furniture and home furnishing stores, as well as interior designers and architects. Would you like to offer your customers high-quality handwoven carpets from our collection? We look forward to your inquiry! We also recommend our online catalog, which provides an overview of all our collections and designs.
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Are you looking for a high-quality woven rug for your home? Then we look forward to your inquiry and will be happy to advise you. Using our Retailer Search , you can find an authorized specialist retailer near you where you can purchase handwoven rugs from our selection. We are also happy to answer any questions you may have about our diverse rug collections.
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