Sivrihisar Kilim is primarily inspired by the rich cultural diversity of the region. These rugs are an expression of traditional Turkish handicrafts that have been practiced in the region for centuries and reflect the deep-rooted history of this art. The production process is carefully carried out by local artisans. Threads are usually produced from natural materials, especially wool or cotton, and these materials are carefully selected.
Hand craftsmanship is at the center of the production process of Sivrihisar Kilim. Each rug, carefully woven by masters on traditional looms, carries the knowledge of thousands of years and the intricacies of traditional Turkish weaving techniques. Special patterns and motifs are inspired by the natural beauty, geographical features and local cultural values of the region.
Sivrihisar Kilim; It is produced on wooden looms with threads obtained from sheep wool colored with completely natural dyes. The loom consists of two sides, upper tool, lower tool, power branch, shaper, auger, base pile and winding rod. Hornbeam or pine wood is used in the construction of the benches, which have an average size of 250x190 cm. Sivrihisar Kilim is woven in a rectangular shape. There are different types such as kilim, zilli and cicim.
- Kilim is a type of weaving in which the warp threads are completely hidden by the wefts, by passing the weft thread over and under the warp threads in a double row, front and back.
- Zilli is a technique that creates a straight or diagonal line effect on the weaving surface with three or more thread systems.
- Cicim is a decoration on the surface, other than the weft and warp threads, that gives a different appearance when touched, the face and the reverse. These are textiles produced on vertical looms using pattern threads to create patterns.
The color in which geometric decorations are used is mostly red. Geometric motifs are most preferred in Sivrihisar Kilim. In addition, floral, figurative and object decorations and symbolic motifs are also included.
Production, Processing and Other Operations That Must Be Performed Within the Geographical Border: The history of Sivrihisar Kilim dates back to ancient times. There is a production method specific to geographical boundaries. For this reason, all production stages of Sivrihisar Kilim, which is famous for its geographical border, take place within the specified geographical border.
Rug/Kilim & Carpet 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 their 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 effort and production time. For this reason, there is no carpet or rug with low hand made value. There are only carpets and rugs whose appraisal 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.