Name: Kilim Afghan Old style
Brand: Rugvista
SKU: HJTL599
Availability: LimitedAvailability
Rating: 4.8 (60 reviews)

Kelim Afghan Old Style - A Vibrant Tapestry for Your Home

This stunning, one-of-a-kind Afghan Kelim brings a sense of history and vibrant, geometric artistry into your living space, offering a lightweight yet durable design that anchors any room with ease.

Experience the charm of a truly one-of-a-kind piece with this Afghan Kelim. Because each rug is individually crafted, you are bringing home a unique work of art that exists nowhere else in the world and will never be replicated, ensuring your interior remains distinct and personal.

The rug features a flat-woven construction that feels light and comfortable underfoot, making it a practical choice for high-traffic areas or layered styling. Its thin profile allows it to sit perfectly beneath furniture, while the natural Wool fibres provide a soft, tactile surface that feels pleasant throughout the seasons.

Rich in colour and detail, the field is covered in a complex, repeating geometric pattern that draws the eye and adds depth to your home. This intricate design requires a high degree of precision during the weaving process, resulting in sharp motifs that maintain their clarity and visual appeal over many years of use.

Originating from the skilled weaving traditions of Afghanistan, this piece carries a sense of heritage that blends seamlessly into both modern and classic settings. Its presence creates an inviting atmosphere, grounding your space with warmth and a storied aesthetic that only a genuine, hand-woven rug can provide.

The Kelim tradition in Afghanistan is deeply rooted in the nomadic and semi-nomadic cultures of the region, where weaving served both functional and expressive purposes. These rugs were traditionally created to serve as floor coverings, blankets, or wall hangings, designed to be easily portable while providing insulation in harsh climates.

Technically, the term Kelim refers to a flat-weave technique where no pile is created. Instead, the weft threads are passed over and under the warp threads to produce a smooth, durable surface. This method creates a rug that is remarkably strong, as the absence of pile means there are no fibres to wear down or shed, allowing the rug to remain beautiful for decades.

The visual language of Afghan Kelims is defined by bold geometric shapes and a vibrant colour palette derived from natural sources. The diamond and repeat motifs seen here are classic elements, often representing tribal symbols or local landscapes that have been handed down through generations of weavers. This particular style honours those historical patterns while bringing a contemporary energy to the design.

Owning an Afghan Kelim is an opportunity to connect with a rich cultural legacy. These rugs are highly valued by collectors not only for their striking aesthetic but for the skill required to execute such precise patterns without the aid of modern machinery. By choosing this piece, you are supporting a craft tradition that remains a cornerstone of Middle Eastern textile history.

This Kelim is expertly hand-woven, a process that demands immense patience and a deep understanding of traditional textile techniques. By interlacing the warp and weft threads manually, the artisan creates a durable, reversible fabric that showcases the beauty of the Wool in its purest form.

With a generous size of 588 x 405 cm and a total weight of 23.8 kg, this rug represents a significant investment of human skill and labour. The balanced distribution of material across this large surface area is a testament to the artisan's ability to maintain consistent tension and weave density, which is essential for the rug's structural integrity.

Creating a piece of this scale and complexity takes months of focused effort. Every colour transition and geometric alignment is managed by hand, ensuring a high-quality finish that speaks to the dedication behind its production and justifies its place as a lasting addition to your home.

Wool

Wool is a fantastic natural fibre with many benefits, it is durable and hard-wearing, which means that a rug made from wool can be used for several generations and maintain its quality. They are an excellent choice for keeping your rooms warm during the cold winter months and can reduce noise from everyday life. The material also has a natural dirt-repellent effect which makes wool rugs easy to keep clean. Wool has a natural elasticity, which means that when the pile is pressed down, it can easily bounce back to its original shape.

UsageIndoor

RoomBedroom,Dining area,Living room

Size405 x 588 cm,Extra large

Thickness5 mm

MaterialWool

WarpWool

PileWool

Weight24 kg

AgeContemporary 0-20 years (not used)

ColorGreen,Brown,Dark green

ShapeRectangular

PatternTribal

CategoryKilimKilim Orientalcategory.kelim-afghan-old-style

ManufacturingHand woven

OriginAfghanistan

Carpet IDHJTL599

Importer

Rugvista AB

Lodgatan 11

211 24 Malmö

Sweden

Kelim Afghan Old Style - A Vibrant Tapestry for Your Home

This stunning, one-of-a-kind Afghan Kelim brings a sense of history and vibrant, geometric artistry into your living space, offering a lightweight yet durable design that anchors any room with ease.

Wool

UsageIndoor

RoomBedroom,Dining area,Living room

Size405 x 588 cm,Extra large

Thickness5 mm

MaterialWool

WarpWool

PileWool

Weight24 kg

AgeContemporary 0-20 years (not used)

ColorGreen,Brown,Dark green

ShapeRectangular

PatternTribal

CategoryKilimKilim Orientalcategory.kelim-afghan-old-style

ManufacturingHand woven

OriginAfghanistan

Carpet IDHJTL599

Importer

Rugvista AB

Lodgatan 11

211 24 Malmö

Sweden

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