Oriental Rugs Dictionary
Demirji, Demirci Kula
Demirji Kula refers to rugs produced in the Kula region of western Anatolia, Turkey, particularly associated with the village of Demirji. These carpets belong to the wider group of Kula rugs, which are known for their prayer rug designs, geometric motifs, and warm natural color palettes. Demirji Kula rugs represent one of the regional variations within the Anatolian weaving tradition. Demirci, Demirji (Turk. "blacksmith," "ironmonger". A town of northwest Anatolia producing red-wefted rugs sometimes designated by the trade as KomUrcii Kiila ("coalman's hat" or "charcoal burner's hat"). Delphinium These rugs are single-wefted or alternately single and double-wefted within the same rug. They have dark colors and an arch at both ends.
