The Antique Yeşilova Kilim is a
handwoven cushion produced in the Yeşilova region of Konya, Turkey, boasting a
rich cultural heritage. These Kilims stand out for both their artistic and
functional features. Antique Yeşilova Kilims are typically woven using
high-quality wool or cotton threads. These materials ensure the durability and
longevity of the Kilim. They feature designs enriched with traditional Turkish
motifs and are often dyed with natural dyes, resulting in vibrant colors. The
motifs may include geometric shapes, plant patterns, and sometimes animal
figures. Each Kilim is produced entirely by hand, making every piece unique and
giving it a high artistic value.
These Kilims, generally over 100
years old, have gained value over time as cultural heritage. The Antique
Yeşilova Kilim represents an important part of Turkish handicrafts and carpet
weaving. The traditional weaving techniques and patterns reflect the cultural
identity of the local people, and preserving such products is crucial for the
continuity of Turkish cultural heritage. As both an aesthetically and
historically valuable product, the Antique Yeşilova Kilim holds an important
place in collections and home decor.
Carpet & Rug/Kilim Condition Terms:
Extraordinary: It is the term used for rugs and carpets that have the characteristic of having a very difficult or special production technique, aging correctly, or having a high level of artistic value, as well as having no defects in the product. The value of new or second hand rugs and carpets, which are in outstanding condition, continues to increase over the years.
Antiques: Although the product is over 80 years old, it has a design, paint technique and origin features that can preserve its artistic value. Antique products can tear, wear, and cause pain. Most antique products have a more valuable aura as they age due to the natural paint and construction technique. For this reason, antique expert values are formed according to the current state of the antique products, the way they are worn, their production techniques and the region.
Excellent: Rugs and rugs in excellent condition are flawless, clean, with the potential to increase in value, bearing the characteristics of the region, and produced correctly. They can be antiques when used properly.
Good: These are carpets and rugs that have average defects in carpets and rugs and are likely to increase in value.
Medium: These are carpets and rugs suitable for daily use, which may have minor damage, do not have a high degree of motif difficulty, and are average in terms of yarn and paint material used.
Mediocre: Rugs and rugs with low pattern difficulty, relatively easy to manufacture, lost quality in various aspects (torn stains, paint mixing, etc.).
Hand-made carpets and rugs do not have bad or very bad classes. All the carpets and rugs produced are a great hand labor. However, there are carpets and rugs that cannot create their value within the bounds of possibility. All carpets and rugs produced are very special works of art that require great labor and production time. For this reason, there is no carpet or rug with low hand made value. There are only carpets and rugs whose experimental value is relatively lower than their square meter. Our recommendation is to use handmade carpets and rugs in your home, office, and in all areas of your life. One square meter rug or carpet is made in 1-2 months on average. Natural rugs and carpets organize the energy of your life, add value to life, improve your artistic approach, and are beneficial to nature. It is completely a part of nature, sustainable and harmless.