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Kilim Afghan Old styleHand WovenWool rug
Brown / OrangeRunner83 x 198 cm

Name: Kilim Afghan Old style
Brand: Rugvista
SKU: NNSR622
Availability: LimitedAvailability
Rating: 4.8 (61 reviews)

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Kelim Afghan Old Style - A Warm Welcome for Your Hallway

This one-of-a-kind Kelim Afghan Old Style runner is hand woven in Afghanistan, bringing warmth and character to your home with its vibrant orange tones and traditional geometric motifs.

This hand-woven runner offers a practical and inviting addition to your home. With a low pile height of 5 mm, it is designed to sit comfortably in high-traffic areas like hallways and entryways, fitting easily under most doors without catching. The flatwoven surface provides a firm yet comfortable feel underfoot, making it a reliable choice for daily life.

Crafted entirely from wool, this piece benefits from the natural resilience and warmth of the material. Wool is inherently durable and easy to maintain, helping the rug retain its shape and vibrant appearance over time. The natural fibres create a cosy atmosphere, softening the sound and feel of busy walkways.

As a one-of-a-kind creation, this runner carries a distinct personality that cannot be replicated. No two pieces are identical, meaning that this exact combination of geometric patterns and warm orange tones is entirely unique to your home. Choosing this rug means welcoming a singular work of art into your living space.

Woven in Afghanistan, this contemporary piece represents a living craft tradition. Its dimensions of 198 by 83 cm make it perfectly proportioned to define narrow spaces, bringing structure, colour, and a sense of history to your floor.

Kelim rugs have a long history rooted in the nomadic and village traditions of Afghanistan and Central Asia. Originally woven for practical use as floor coverings, blankets, and storage bags, these flatwoven textiles are celebrated for their durability and expressive geometric designs.

The term Kelim refers to a flatweave technique where the pattern is created by weaving the horizontal weft threads tightly through the vertical warp threads. This method produces a pileless rug that is often reversible, offering a lightweight and highly versatile alternative to knotted pile rugs.

The visual language of this Afghan Kelim is defined by repeating stepped diamond motifs and vibrant horizontal colour bands. The bold orange field combined with contrasting blue, yellow, and white shapes reflects a traditional design vocabulary that has been passed down through generations of weavers.

Owning an Afghan Kelim is an appreciation of authentic regional craft. Each piece carries the cultural heritage of the weavers, making it a valued addition for collectors and homeowners who appreciate textiles with genuine provenance and character.

This rug is hand woven using traditional flatweaving techniques that require exceptional patience and skill. Unlike tufted or machine-made rugs, a hand-woven Kelim is constructed by interlacing the warp and weft threads, creating a strong, reversible textile with a distinct textured finish.

Weighing 1.6 kg, the runner demonstrates a tight, lightweight yet durable weave. Every transition between the orange background and the multicoloured geometric motifs represents a moment of careful decision-making by the weaver, resulting in a robust structure built to withstand years of use.

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,Hallway,Living room

Size83 x 198 cm,Medium

Thickness5 mm

MaterialWool

WarpWool

PileWool

Weight1.6 kg

AgeContemporary 0-20 years (not used)

ColorBrown,Orange,Dark grey

ShapeRunner

PatternTribal