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Sivas Kilim Fragment - Mid 19th Century

$1,700
£1,280.90
€1,497.23
CA$2,407.37
A$2,451.65
CHF 1,407.35
MX$29,583.54
NOK 16,310.45
SEK 16,534.50
DKK 11,193.89

About the Item

This rare mid 19th century Sivas kilim fragment highlights a powerful and rhythmic geometric composition featuring a staggered offset arrangement of large-scale stepped hexagonal medallions anchored within a luminous ivory field. This structural balance between the repeating "parmaklı" (fingered) motifs and the expansive negative space reflects the pinnacle of the Central Anatolian flat-weaving tradition. Textiles of this era from the Sivas region are world renowned for their extraordinary graphic intensity and a sophisticated village vocabulary that represents a distinct artistic language developed over centuries of regional heritage. The color palette is masterfully balanced featuring a primary ivory ground that serves as a dramatic canvas for high contrast shifts of madder red sapphire blue and soft teal. These rich and enduring tones achieved through the expert application of natural dyes over 170 years ago exhibit a chromatic strength and a saturated depth that are hallmarks of the finest mid 19th century village productions. The inclusion of sophisticated polychromatic internal details within the medallions creates a precise visual rhythm that highlights the superior wool quality and technical finesse of the weaver. Structural analysis indicates the use of premium hand spun local wool with a characteristically sturdy slit-weave handle and a rich historical patina. The exceptional clarity of the decorative outlines specifically the sharp geometric precision of the stepped edges and the precisely rendered symmetry of the staggered field distinguishes this antique masterpiece as an authentic mid 19th century Sivas kilim. Ultimately this fragment represents a peak in both technical endurance and graphic majesty for global museum level collectors of Anatolian textiles.
  • Dimensions:
    Width: 27.17 in (69 cm)Length: 29.93 in (76 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Wool,Hand-Woven
  • Place of Origin:
    Turkey
  • Period:
    Mid-19th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1850's
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    Sultanahmet, TR
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU7849249908582

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