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Vintage Afghan Kilim Carpet 409x304cm
Vintage Afghan Kilim Carpet 409x304cm

Vintage Afghan Kilim Carpet 409x304cm

Located in Henley-on-Thames, Oxfordshire

Interestingly, the technique used in weaving the two cream bands at either end is of different weaving technique to the rest of the kilim, which is very rare in Afghan kilims.

Category

Late 20th Century Afghan Vintage Afghan Kilim

Materials

Wool

Vintage Afghan Kilim Rug
Vintage Afghan Kilim Rug

Vintage Afghan Kilim Rug

Located in Dallas, TX

61142 Vintage Afghan Kilim rug, measures 04'06 x 04'04. Full of tiny details and nomadic charm, this handwoven wool vintage Afghan kilim rug is a captivating vision of woven beauty.

Category

Mid-20th Century Afghan Kilim Vintage Afghan Kilim

Materials

Wool

Afghan Kilim Rug, Hand-Knotted Wool, Vintage Style, 1960s, 270x150 CM
Afghan Kilim Rug, Hand-Knotted Wool, Vintage Style, 1960s, 270x150 CM

Afghan Kilim Rug, Hand-Knotted Wool, Vintage Style, 1960s, 270x150 CM

Located in Alessandria, Piemonte

Very fine original Afghan kilim, before Russian occupation - from my private collection - It's perfect and rare !

Category

1960s Afghan Kilim Vintage Afghan Kilim

Materials

Wool

Vintage Afghan Kilim in Beige with Geometric Patterns - Rug & Kilim
Vintage Afghan Kilim in Beige with Geometric Patterns - Rug & Kilim

Vintage Afghan Kilim in Beige with Geometric Patterns - Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

Hand-woven in wool, circa 1950-1960, this 2x4 vintage Afghan kilim is a rich tribal piece that may have been used as table covers in nomadic daily life, much similar to Persian Sofre...

Category

1950s Afghan Tribal Vintage Afghan Kilim

Materials

Wool

Doris Leslie Blau Vintage Afghan Kilim Rug
Doris Leslie Blau Vintage Afghan Kilim Rug

Doris Leslie Blau Vintage Afghan Kilim Rug

Located in New York, NY

Vintage Afghan Kilim Rug Size: 9'10" × 12'8" (299 × 386 cm).

Category

Mid-20th Century Afghan Kilim Vintage Afghan Kilim

Materials

Wool

Doris Leslie Blau Vibrant Vintage Afghan Kilim Rug
Doris Leslie Blau Vibrant Vintage Afghan Kilim Rug

Doris Leslie Blau Vibrant Vintage Afghan Kilim Rug

Located in New York, NY

Vibrant Vintage Afghan Kilim Rug Size: 12'3" × 16'9" (373 × 510 cm) Radiating with folkloric charm and bold geometric artistry, this vintage Afghan kilim from the 1940s is a striking...

Category

Mid-20th Century Afghan Vintage Afghan Kilim

Materials

Wool

Vintage Afghan Kilim Rug, Southwest Desert Chic Meets Contemporary Santa Fe
Vintage Afghan Kilim Rug, Southwest Desert Chic Meets Contemporary Santa Fe

Vintage Afghan Kilim Rug, Southwest Desert Chic Meets Contemporary Santa Fe

Located in Dallas, TX

80151 Vintage Afghan Kilim Rug, 06'03 X 07'06. Afghan kilim rugs, also known as Afghan flatweave rugs, are traditional handwoven textiles originating from Afghanistan.

Category

Mid-20th Century Afghan Kilim Vintage Afghan Kilim

Materials

Wool

Vintage Afghan Kilim Rug with Polychromatic Stripes, from Rug & Kilim
Vintage Afghan Kilim Rug with Polychromatic Stripes, from Rug & Kilim

Vintage Afghan Kilim Rug with Polychromatic Stripes, from Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

Handwoven in wool, this 2x5 vintage Afghan kilim rug originates circa 1950-1960—a tribal curation among new additions to the Rug & Kilim collection.

Category

1950s Afghan Vintage Afghan Kilim

Materials

Wool

Vintage Afghan Kilim Rug with Polychromatic Stripes, from Rug & Kilim
Vintage Afghan Kilim Rug with Polychromatic Stripes, from Rug & Kilim

Vintage Afghan Kilim Rug with Polychromatic Stripes, from Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

Handwoven in wool, this 2x4 vintage Afghan kilim rug originates circa 1950-1960—a tribal curation among new additions to the Rug & Kilim collection.

Category

1950s Afghan Tribal Vintage Afghan Kilim

Materials

Wool

Vintage Afghan Kilim Rug with Polychromatic Stripes, from Rug & Kilim
Vintage Afghan Kilim Rug with Polychromatic Stripes, from Rug & Kilim

Vintage Afghan Kilim Rug with Polychromatic Stripes, from Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

Handwoven in wool, this 3x4 vintage Afghan kilim rug originates circa 1950-1960—a tribal curation among new additions to the Rug & Kilim collection.

Category

1950s Afghan Tribal Vintage Afghan Kilim

Materials

Wool

Vintage Afghan Kilim Rug with Polychromatic Stripes, from Rug & Kilim
Vintage Afghan Kilim Rug with Polychromatic Stripes, from Rug & Kilim

Vintage Afghan Kilim Rug with Polychromatic Stripes, from Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

Handwoven in wool, this 2x5 vintage Afghan kilim rug originates circa 1950-1960—a tribal curation among new additions to the Rug & Kilim collection.

Category

1950s Afghan Tribal Vintage Afghan Kilim

Materials

Wool

Vintage Afghan Kilim Rug with Polychromatic Stripes, from Rug & Kilim
Vintage Afghan Kilim Rug with Polychromatic Stripes, from Rug & Kilim

Vintage Afghan Kilim Rug with Polychromatic Stripes, from Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

Handwoven in wool, this 2x4 vintage Afghan kilim rug originates circa 1950-1960—a tribal curation among new additions to the Rug & Kilim collection.

Category

1950s Afghan Tribal Vintage Afghan Kilim

Materials

Wool

Vintage Afghan Kilim Rug with Polychromatic Stripes, from Rug & Kilim
Vintage Afghan Kilim Rug with Polychromatic Stripes, from Rug & Kilim

Vintage Afghan Kilim Rug with Polychromatic Stripes, from Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

Handwoven in wool, this 2x4 vintage Afghan kilim rug originates circa 1950-1960—a tribal curation among new additions to the Rug & Kilim collection.

Category

1950s Afghan Tribal Vintage Afghan Kilim

Materials

Wool

Vintage Afghan Kilim Rug with Polychromatic Stripes, from Rug & Kilim
Vintage Afghan Kilim Rug with Polychromatic Stripes, from Rug & Kilim

Vintage Afghan Kilim Rug with Polychromatic Stripes, from Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

Handwoven in wool, this 2x4 vintage Afghan kilim rug originates circa 1950-1960—a tribal curation among new additions to the Rug & Kilim collection.

Category

1950s Afghan Tribal Vintage Afghan Kilim

Materials

Wool

Vintage Afghan Kilim Rug with Southwestern Style
Vintage Afghan Kilim Rug with Southwestern Style

Vintage Afghan Kilim Rug with Southwestern Style

Located in Dallas, TX

80134 Vintage Afghani Kilim rug, 03'03 x 05'05. Full of tiny details and nomadic charm, this handwoven wool vintage Afghan kilim rug is a captivating vision of woven beauty.

Category

Mid-20th Century Afghan Kilim Vintage Afghan Kilim

Materials

Wool

Vintage Afghan Kilim Rug with Southwestern Style
Vintage Afghan Kilim Rug with Southwestern Style

Vintage Afghan Kilim Rug with Southwestern Style

Located in Dallas, TX

80132 vintage Afghani Kilim rug, 06’10 x 09’09. Full of tiny details and nomadic charm, this handwoven wool vintage Afghan kilim rug is a captivating vision of woven beauty.

Category

Mid-20th Century Afghan Kilim Vintage Afghan Kilim

Materials

Wool

Vintage Afghan Kilim Rug with Polychromatic Stripes, from Rug & Kilim
Vintage Afghan Kilim Rug with Polychromatic Stripes, from Rug & Kilim

Vintage Afghan Kilim Rug with Polychromatic Stripes, from Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

Handwoven in wool, this 2x4 vintage Afghan kilim rug originates circa 1950-1960—a tribal curation among new additions to the Rug & Kilim collection.

Category

1950s Afghan Tribal Vintage Afghan Kilim

Materials

Wool

Vintage Afghan Kilim Rug with Tribal Style
Vintage Afghan Kilim Rug with Tribal Style

Vintage Afghan Kilim Rug with Tribal Style

Located in Dallas, TX

The organized system of its chaotic order has been transformed into an artistic composition while the striking play of pattern and scale imbues this vintage Afghan kilim rug with imm...

Category

Late 20th Century Afghan Tribal Vintage Afghan Kilim

Materials

Wool

Vintage Afghan Kilim Runner Rug with Polychromatic Stripes, from Rug & Kilim
Vintage Afghan Kilim Runner Rug with Polychromatic Stripes, from Rug & Kilim

Vintage Afghan Kilim Runner Rug with Polychromatic Stripes, from Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

Handwoven in wool, this 1x6 vintage Afghan kilim runner rug originates circa 1950-1960—a tribal curation among new additions to the Rug & Kilim collection.

Category

1950s Afghan Tribal Vintage Afghan Kilim

Materials

Wool

Vintage Afghan Kilim with Beige-Brown Geometric Stripes - Rug & Kilim
Vintage Afghan Kilim with Beige-Brown Geometric Stripes - Rug & Kilim

Vintage Afghan Kilim with Beige-Brown Geometric Stripes - Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

Condition: This vintage Afghan Kilim rug further enjoys good condition for its age and origin.

Category

1950s Afghan Kilim Vintage Afghan Kilim

Materials

Wool

1960's Afghan Kilim Rug with Southwestern Style
1960's Afghan Kilim Rug with Southwestern Style

1960's Afghan Kilim Rug with Southwestern Style

Located in Dallas, TX

80165 Vintage Afghani Kilim rug, 06'00 x 08'02. Full of tiny details and nomadic charm, this handwoven wool vintage Afghan kilim rug is a captivating vision of woven beauty.

Category

Mid-20th Century Afghan Kilim Vintage Afghan Kilim

Materials

Wool

Vintage Afghan Kilim Rug, Southwest Desert Meets Contemporary Santa Fe
Vintage Afghan Kilim Rug, Southwest Desert Meets Contemporary Santa Fe

Vintage Afghan Kilim Rug, Southwest Desert Meets Contemporary Santa Fe

Located in Dallas, TX

80119 Vintage Afghani Kilim Rug, 06’09 x 09’07. In this handwoven wool vintage Afghan kilim rug, the essence of Southwest Modern style intertwines seamlessly with tribal allure.

Category

Mid-20th Century Afghan Kilim Vintage Afghan Kilim

Materials

Wool

Vintage Afghan Kilim, Brown and Blue Tribal Patterns - Rug & Kilim
Vintage Afghan Kilim, Brown and Blue Tribal Patterns - Rug & Kilim

Vintage Afghan Kilim, Brown and Blue Tribal Patterns - Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

This 4x3 vintage Afghan kilim, handwoven in wool circa 1950-1960, is a refined example of tribal geometric design.

Category

1950s Afghan Tribal Vintage Afghan Kilim

Materials

Wool

Handmade Traditional Afghan Kilim Modern Cream and Blue Wool Rug
Handmade Traditional Afghan Kilim Modern Cream and Blue Wool Rug

Handmade Traditional Afghan Kilim Modern Cream and Blue Wool Rug

Located in Wembley, GB

This Afghan kilim rug is an excellent example of traditional Kilim rugs with a simple, sophisticated design.

Category

1990s Afghan Kilim Vintage Afghan Kilim

Materials

Wool, Cotton, Organic Material

Vintage Afghan Kilim Rug, Southwest Desert Meets Contemporary Santa Fe
Vintage Afghan Kilim Rug, Southwest Desert Meets Contemporary Santa Fe

Vintage Afghan Kilim Rug, Southwest Desert Meets Contemporary Santa Fe

Located in Dallas, TX

80160 Vintage Afghani Kilim Rug, 06’08 x 09’05. In this handwoven wool vintage Afghan kilim rug, Contemporary Santa Fe style merges seamlessly with tribal enchantment, offering a cap...

Category

Mid-20th Century Afghan Kilim Vintage Afghan Kilim

Materials

Wool

Large Uzbek Afghan Kilim 'DK-101-61'
Large Uzbek Afghan Kilim 'DK-101-61'

Large Uzbek Afghan Kilim 'DK-101-61'

$3,960Sale Price|20% Off

Large Uzbek Afghan Kilim 'DK-101-61'

Located in New York, NY

A large, brightly colored tribal kilim from Northern Afghanistan - a very high quality example.

Category

Late 20th Century Afghan Kilim Vintage Afghan Kilim

Materials

Wool

Vintage Afghan Kilim with Teal Open Field, from Rug & Kilim
Vintage Afghan Kilim with Teal Open Field, from Rug & Kilim

Vintage Afghan Kilim with Teal Open Field, from Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

Condition: This vintage Afghan tribal kilim enjoys good condition for its age and origin.

Category

1950s Afghan Tribal Vintage Afghan Kilim

Materials

Wool

Vintage Afghan Kilim with Red Open field, from Rug & Kilim
Vintage Afghan Kilim with Red Open field, from Rug & Kilim

Vintage Afghan Kilim with Red Open field, from Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

Condition: This vintage Afghan tribal kilim enjoys good condition for its age and origin.

Category

1950s Afghan Tribal Vintage Afghan Kilim

Materials

Wool

Vintage Afghan Kilim with Polychromatic Geometric Pattern from Rug & Kilim
Vintage Afghan Kilim with Polychromatic Geometric Pattern from Rug & Kilim

Vintage Afghan Kilim with Polychromatic Geometric Pattern from Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

Handwoven in wool, circa 1950-1960, this 2×5 vintage Afghan tribal kilim, is a collectible tribal piece that may have been used as table covers in nomadic daily life, much similar to...

Category

1950s Afghan Tribal Vintage Afghan Kilim

Materials

Wool

Vintage Afghan Kilim Runner in Burgundy with Chevrons, from Rug & Kilim
Vintage Afghan Kilim Runner in Burgundy with Chevrons, from Rug & Kilim

Vintage Afghan Kilim Runner in Burgundy with Chevrons, from Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

Handwoven in wool, circa 1950-1960, this 2×6 vintage Afghan tribal kilim runner, is a collectible tribal piece that may have been used as table covers in nomadic daily life, much sim...

Category

1950s Afghan Tribal Vintage Afghan Kilim

Materials

Wool

Vintage Afghan Kilim in Orange with Geometric Stripes, from Rug & Kilim
Vintage Afghan Kilim in Orange with Geometric Stripes, from Rug & Kilim

Vintage Afghan Kilim in Orange with Geometric Stripes, from Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

Handwoven in wool, circa 1950-1960, this 2x5 vintage Afghan tribal kilim, is a collectible tribal piece that may have been used as table covers in nomadic daily life, much similar to...

Category

1950s Afghan Tribal Vintage Afghan Kilim

Materials

Wool

Vintage Afghan Kilim Runner Rug, with Geometric Patterns, from Rug & Kilim
Vintage Afghan Kilim Runner Rug, with Geometric Patterns, from Rug & Kilim

Vintage Afghan Kilim Runner Rug, with Geometric Patterns, from Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

Handwoven in wool, circa 1950-1960, this 6x14 vintage Afghan tribal kilim and gallery runner rug features a minimal palette of rich brown and pink colors and vibrant rust and green a...

Category

1950s Afghan Tribal Vintage Afghan Kilim

Materials

Wool

Vintage Afghan Kilim Runner Rug, with Geometric Patterns, from Rug & Kilim
Vintage Afghan Kilim Runner Rug, with Geometric Patterns, from Rug & Kilim

Vintage Afghan Kilim Runner Rug, with Geometric Patterns, from Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

Handwoven in wool, circa 1950-1960, this 5x12 vintage Afghan tribal kilim rug features a minimal palette of rich red and blue with a black field.

Category

1950s Afghan Tribal Vintage Afghan Kilim

Materials

Wool

Rustic Vintage Afghan Kilim Rug, Southwest Desert Meets Contemporary Santa Fe
Rustic Vintage Afghan Kilim Rug, Southwest Desert Meets Contemporary Santa Fe

Rustic Vintage Afghan Kilim Rug, Southwest Desert Meets Contemporary Santa Fe

Located in Dallas, TX

72260 Vintage Afghan Maimana Kilim Rug, 08'10 x 14'00. Vintage Afghan Maimana Kilim rugs are handwoven in Afghanistan, particularly in the Maimana region, known for their vibrant and...

Category

Late 20th Century Afghan Kilim Vintage Afghan Kilim

Materials

Wool

Vintage Afghan Kilim Rug with Stripes and Geometric Patterns, from Rug & Kilim
Vintage Afghan Kilim Rug with Stripes and Geometric Patterns, from Rug & Kilim

Vintage Afghan Kilim Rug with Stripes and Geometric Patterns, from Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

Handwoven in wool, circa 1950-1960, this 2×5 vintage Afghan tribal kilim rug, is a collectible tribal piece that may have been used as table covers in nomadic daily life, much simila...

Category

1950s Afghan Tribal Vintage Afghan Kilim

Materials

Wool

Vintage Afghan Kilim in Chocolate Brown with Red Chevrons, from Rug & Kilim
Vintage Afghan Kilim in Chocolate Brown with Red Chevrons, from Rug & Kilim

Vintage Afghan Kilim in Chocolate Brown with Red Chevrons, from Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

Handwoven in wool, circa 1950-1960, this 2×4 vintage Afghan tribal kilim, is a collectible tribal piece that may have been used as table covers in nomadic daily life, much similar to...

Category

1950s Afghan Tribal Vintage Afghan Kilim

Materials

Wool

Hand-Woven Afghan Kilim Rug, Wool, Blue and White Stripes, 1960s
Hand-Woven Afghan Kilim Rug, Wool, Blue and White Stripes, 1960s

Hand-Woven Afghan Kilim Rug, Wool, Blue and White Stripes, 1960s

Located in Alessandria, Piemonte

nr. 504 - Another example from my collection of nomadic kilims, now on sale for closing activities. Thin blue and white lines on a brown background; sober and almost severe, but soft...

Category

1960s Afghan Other Vintage Afghan Kilim

Materials

Wool

Vintage Afghan Kilim Runner with Stripes and Brown Open Field, from Rug & Kilim
Vintage Afghan Kilim Runner with Stripes and Brown Open Field, from Rug & Kilim

Vintage Afghan Kilim Runner with Stripes and Brown Open Field, from Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

Handwoven in wool, circa 1950-1960, this 2×6 vintage Afghan tribal kilim runner, is a collectible tribal piece that may have been used as table covers in nomadic daily life, much sim...

Category

1950s Afghan Tribal Vintage Afghan Kilim

Materials

Wool

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1970s Afghan Kilim Red and Beige Rug or Carpet Hand-Knitted in Wool
1970s Afghan Kilim Red and Beige Rug or Carpet Hand-Knitted in Wool

1970s Afghan Kilim Red and Beige Rug or Carpet Hand-Knitted in Wool

Located in Valencia, Spain

Vintage Afghan Kilim, knitted by hand with wool in the 1970s.

Category

1970s Afghan Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afghan Kilim

Materials

Wool

20th Handmade Embroidery Afghan Kilim Rug Brown Colors, circa 1980
20th Handmade Embroidery Afghan Kilim Rug Brown Colors, circa 1980

20th Handmade Embroidery Afghan Kilim Rug Brown Colors, circa 1980

Located in Valencia, Spain

This is a wool embroidery kilim rug, hand knotted in Afghanistan in the 1980s.

Category

Late 20th Century Afghan Other Vintage Afghan Kilim

Materials

Wool

20th Century Handmade Wool Afghan Kilim Runner Orange and Green Colors
20th Century Handmade Wool Afghan Kilim Runner Orange and Green Colors

20th Century Handmade Wool Afghan Kilim Runner Orange and Green Colors

Located in Valencia, Spain

This is a wool Kilim runner, hand knotted in Afghanistan in the 1980s.

Category

Late 20th Century Afghan Other Vintage Afghan Kilim

Materials

Wool

20th Handmade Wool Afghan Kilim Runner Beige and Red Colors, circa 1980
20th Handmade Wool Afghan Kilim Runner Beige and Red Colors, circa 1980

20th Handmade Wool Afghan Kilim Runner Beige and Red Colors, circa 1980

Located in Valencia, Spain

This is a wool kilim runner, hand knotted in Afghanistan in the 1980s.

Category

Late 20th Century Afghan Other Vintage Afghan Kilim

Materials

Wool

Late 20Th Century Handmade Black and Beige Wool Afghan Kilim or Rug, 1980s
Late 20Th Century Handmade Black and Beige Wool Afghan Kilim or Rug, 1980s

Late 20Th Century Handmade Black and Beige Wool Afghan Kilim or Rug, 1980s

Located in Valencia, Spain

20th century multicolored handwoven wool Kilim Afghan rug, 1980 Afghan midcentury Kilim rug, woven by hand in wool in the 1980s.

Category

20th Century Afghan Other Vintage Afghan Kilim

Materials

Wool

Afghan Tribal Chobi Kilim Rug
Afghan Tribal Chobi Kilim Rug

Afghan Tribal Chobi Kilim Rug

Unavailable

W 77 in L 121 in

Afghan Tribal Chobi Kilim Rug

Located in Northridge, CA

Vintage Afghan Tribal Chobi Kilim Rug, circa 1990 Measures: 6' 5" x 10' 1" Vegetable-dyed, hand-knotted wool pile on a wool foundation.

Category

Late 20th Century Afghan Kilim Vintage Afghan Kilim

Materials

Wool

Early 20th Century Afghan Kochi Sumak/Kilim
Early 20th Century Afghan Kochi Sumak/Kilim

Early 20th Century Afghan Kochi Sumak/Kilim

Located in Edinburgh, GB

Authentic Afghan Kochi Sumak circa 1950. Measures: 304 x 109cm Material: Wool on wool This is simple yet beautiful handwoven nomadic Sumak is a work of Afghan nomads Material: ...

Category

1950s Afghan Kilim Vintage Afghan Kilim

Materials

Wool

Stripped Tribal Kilim
Stripped Tribal Kilim

Stripped Tribal Kilim

Unavailable

W 57.88 in L 161.42 in

Stripped Tribal Kilim

Located in Florence, IT

A very unusual stripped tribal kilim for measures and graphical structure. Undyed wool yarns.

Category

20th Century Afghan Vintage Afghan Kilim

Large Afghani Woolen Kilim
Large Afghani Woolen Kilim

Large Afghani Woolen Kilim

Unavailable

W 314 in L 130 in

Large Afghani Woolen Kilim

Located in New York, NY

Unique large wool Kilim (traditional flat tapestry-woven carpets) from Northern Afghanistan in excellent condition.

Category

1940s Afghan Vintage Afghan Kilim

Vintage Black and White Kilim 4' 7" x 6' 6"
Vintage Black and White Kilim 4' 7" x 6' 6"

Vintage Black and White Kilim 4' 7" x 6' 6"

Located in Winnetka, IL

Fantastic quality, all wool Kilim. Kilim, a word of Turkish origin, denotes a textile of many uses produced by one of several flatweaving techniques.

Category

1990s Afghan Kilim Vintage Afghan Kilim

Materials

Wool

Vintage Black and White Kilim 5' 8" x 7' 8"
Vintage Black and White Kilim 5' 8" x 7' 8"

Vintage Black and White Kilim 5' 8" x 7' 8"

Located in Winnetka, IL

Fantastic quality, all wool Kilim. Kilim, a word of Turkish origin, denotes a textile of many uses produced by one of several flatweaving techniques.

Category

1990s Afghan Kilim Vintage Afghan Kilim

Materials

Wool

Antique Belouch Sofra Kilim
Antique Belouch Sofra Kilim

Antique Belouch Sofra Kilim

Unavailable

W 48 in L 48 in

Antique Belouch Sofra Kilim

Located in Aspen, CO

Fine vintage Sofra (table cover) weave use of Soumak, Kilim and knotted weaving techniques all in one piece. All natural dyes. 100% wool.

Category

1960s Afghan Vintage Afghan Kilim

Materials

Wool

Late 20th Century Handloom Wool Kilim Rug in Beige and Soft Colors of 1980s
Late 20th Century Handloom Wool Kilim Rug in Beige and Soft Colors of 1980s

Late 20th Century Handloom Wool Kilim Rug in Beige and Soft Colors of 1980s

Located in Valencia, Spain

This Kilim rug is from the 1980s, it was loom with wool. It has drawings of flowers and leaves make a combination of soft colors such as orange, beige and olive green that makes it ...

Category

1980s Afghan Other Vintage Afghan Kilim

Materials

Wool

Vintage Afghan Kilim Rug
Vintage Afghan Kilim Rug

Vintage Afghan Kilim Rug

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W 82 in L 120 in

Vintage Afghan Kilim Rug

Located in Chireno, TX

Vintage Afghan kilim rug, circa late 1940s. Flat-weave kilim is 100% wool and fully hand-woven with geometric patterns that cannot be quite characterized as tribal.

Category

20th Century Afghan Tribal Vintage Afghan Kilim

Materials

Wool

Handmade Vintage Afghan Kilim, 1960s
Handmade Vintage Afghan Kilim, 1960s

Handmade Vintage Afghan Kilim, 1960s

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W 21.66 in L 32.29 in

Handmade Vintage Afghan Kilim, 1960s

Located in Bordeaux, FR

Handmade vintage Afghan Kilim in original condition. The Kilim is in variations of crimson and red shades with large azure diamond shaped medallions.

Category

Mid-20th Century Afghan Vintage Afghan Kilim

Materials

Wool

Handmade Vintage Afghan Kilim, 1960s
Handmade Vintage Afghan Kilim, 1960s

Handmade Vintage Afghan Kilim, 1960s

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W 24.02 in L 26.78 in

Handmade Vintage Afghan Kilim, 1960s

Located in Bordeaux, FR

Handmade vintage Afghan kilim in original condition. The kilim is in different kind of red and burgundy shades with large diamond shaped medallion zooming out from the centre and mad...

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Mid-20th Century Afghan Vintage Afghan Kilim

Materials

Wool

Handmade Vintage Afghan Kilim, 1980s, 1Q0023
Handmade Vintage Afghan Kilim, 1980s, 1Q0023

Handmade Vintage Afghan Kilim, 1980s, 1Q0023

Located in Bordeaux, FR

Handmade vintage Afghan Kilim in vegetable dyes. It is from the end of 20th century in original good condition

Category

1980s Afghan Vintage Afghan Kilim

Materials

Wool

Vintage Genuine Handwoven Maimana Afghan Kilim Multicolored Wool Runner Rug
Vintage Genuine Handwoven Maimana Afghan Kilim Multicolored Wool Runner Rug

Vintage Genuine Handwoven Maimana Afghan Kilim Multicolored Wool Runner Rug

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous vintage handwoven Maimana Afghan Kilim runner rug. The rug is hand made from 100% wool with vegetable dyes.

Category

Late 20th Century Afghan Kilim Vintage Afghan Kilim

Materials

Wool

Traditional Afghan Kilim Rug, Oriental Carpet Orange and Blue Wool Rug
Traditional Afghan Kilim Rug, Oriental Carpet Orange and Blue Wool Rug

Traditional Afghan Kilim Rug, Oriental Carpet Orange and Blue Wool Rug

Located in Wembley, GB

This Afghan Kilim rug is an excellent example of traditional Kilim rugs with the geometric design woven symmetrically with various vibrant and muted color pallets.

Category

1990s Afghan Kilim Vintage Afghan Kilim

Materials

Wool, Cotton, Organic Material

Mid-Century Modern Hand-Woven Afghan Kilim Flat Weave Runner Rug
Mid-Century Modern Hand-Woven Afghan Kilim Flat Weave Runner Rug

Mid-Century Modern Hand-Woven Afghan Kilim Flat Weave Runner Rug

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous Mid-Century Modern hand-woven Afghan kilim flat weave runner rug Mid-20th Century Beautiful geometric design, with predominant colors in maroon, orange, blue, and brown.

Category

Mid-20th Century Afghan Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afghan Kilim

Materials

Wool

Mid-Century Modern Hand-Woven Afghan Kilim Flat Weave Runner Rug
Mid-Century Modern Hand-Woven Afghan Kilim Flat Weave Runner Rug

Mid-Century Modern Hand-Woven Afghan Kilim Flat Weave Runner Rug

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous Mid-Century Modern hand-woven Afghan Kilim flat weave runner rug Mid-20th Century Beautiful striped design, with predominant colors in brown, orange, and ivory.

Category

Mid-20th Century Afghan Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afghan Kilim

Materials

Wool

Mid-Century Modern Hand-Woven Afghan Kilim Flat Weave Runner Rug
Mid-Century Modern Hand-Woven Afghan Kilim Flat Weave Runner Rug

Mid-Century Modern Hand-Woven Afghan Kilim Flat Weave Runner Rug

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous Mid-Century Modern hand-woven Afghan Kilim flat weave runner rug Mid-20th Century Beautiful striped design, with predominant colors in pink, and brown.

Category

Mid-20th Century Afghan Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afghan Kilim

Materials

Wool

Large Afghan Kilim
Large Afghan Kilim

Large Afghan Kilim

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W 118 in L 195 in

Large Afghan Kilim

Located in New York, NY

A very large tribal kilim by Uzbeks of Northern Afghanistan, in unusually soft colors.

Category

1970s Afghan Vintage Afghan Kilim

Materials

Wool

Vintage Afghan Kilim Rug with Modern Tribal Style
Vintage Afghan Kilim Rug with Modern Tribal Style

Vintage Afghan Kilim Rug with Modern Tribal Style

Located in Dallas, TX

Hand-woven wool. Flat-weave Kilim rug. Made in Afghanistan. Measures: 09'09 x 15'00.

Category

Late 20th Century Afghan Kilim Vintage Afghan Kilim

Materials

Wool

Mid-Century Modern Hand-Woven Afghan Kilim Flat Weave Runner Rug
Mid-Century Modern Hand-Woven Afghan Kilim Flat Weave Runner Rug

Mid-Century Modern Hand-Woven Afghan Kilim Flat Weave Runner Rug

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous Mid-Century Modern hand-woven Afghan kilim flat weave runner rug Mid-20th century.

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afghan Kilim

Materials

Wool

Vintage Shirvan Afghan Kilim Runner with Boho Chic Tribal Style
Vintage Shirvan Afghan Kilim Runner with Boho Chic Tribal Style

Vintage Shirvan Afghan Kilim Runner with Boho Chic Tribal Style

Located in Dallas, TX

Handwoven wool. Made in Afghanistan. Measures: 03'00 x 08'10. Flatweave Kilim Rug.

Category

Late 20th Century Afghan Bohemian Vintage Afghan Kilim

Materials

Wool

Vintage Afghan Kilim Rug with Southwestern Style
Vintage Afghan Kilim Rug with Southwestern Style

Vintage Afghan Kilim Rug with Southwestern Style

Located in Dallas, TX

80116 vintage Afghani Kilim rug 06'09 x 08'04. Full of tiny details and nomadic charm, this handwoven wool vintage Afghan kilim rug is a captivating vision of woven beauty.

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Mid-20th Century Afghan Kilim Vintage Afghan Kilim

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Wool

Vintage Afghan Kilim Rug with Rustic Modern Pacific Northwest Style
Vintage Afghan Kilim Rug with Rustic Modern Pacific Northwest Style

Vintage Afghan Kilim Rug with Rustic Modern Pacific Northwest Style

Located in Dallas, TX

72250, vintage Afghan Kilim rug with Rustic Modern Pacific Northwest style.

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Mid-20th Century Afghan Kilim Vintage Afghan Kilim

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Wool

Geometric Afghan Kilim Rug
Geometric Afghan Kilim Rug

Geometric Afghan Kilim Rug

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W 40 in L 70 in

Geometric Afghan Kilim Rug

Located in Rio Vista, CA

Vintage carpet made in the Tribal style with bright geometric patterns. This gorgeous Kilim style features orange, blue and cream on a red ground with a braided fringe.

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20th Century Afghan Tribal Vintage Afghan Kilim

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Wool

Oriental Carpet Traditional Afghan Kilim Rug Multicolored Wool Rug
Oriental Carpet Traditional Afghan Kilim Rug Multicolored Wool Rug

Oriental Carpet Traditional Afghan Kilim Rug Multicolored Wool Rug

Located in Wembley, GB

This Afghan Kilim rug is an excellent example of traditional Kilim rugs with the geometric design woven symmetrically with various vibrant and muted color pallets.

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1990s Afghan Kilim Vintage Afghan Kilim

Materials

Wool, Cotton, Organic Material

Handmade Vintage Afghan Kilim Runner Rug 2.5' x 6.5', 1980s, 1Q35
Handmade Vintage Afghan Kilim Runner Rug 2.5' x 6.5', 1980s, 1Q35

Handmade Vintage Afghan Kilim Runner Rug 2.5' x 6.5', 1980s, 1Q35

Located in Bordeaux, FR

This handmade vintage Afghan kilim runner from the 1980s is a stunning piece of art.

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1980s French Vintage Afghan Kilim

Materials

Wool

Handmade Carpet Traditional Afghan Kilim Rug Grey and Ivory Wool Rug
Handmade Carpet Traditional Afghan Kilim Rug Grey and Ivory Wool Rug

Handmade Carpet Traditional Afghan Kilim Rug Grey and Ivory Wool Rug

Located in Wembley, GB

This Afghan Kilim rug is an excellent example of traditional Kilim rugs with the geometric design woven symmetrically with various vibrant and muted color pallets.

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1990s Afghan Kilim Vintage Afghan Kilim

Materials

Wool, Cotton, Organic Material

Handmade Vintage Afghan Kilim Grey Rug 4.7' x 7.8', 1950s, 1Q46
Handmade Vintage Afghan Kilim Grey Rug 4.7' x 7.8', 1950s, 1Q46

Handmade Vintage Afghan Kilim Grey Rug 4.7' x 7.8', 1950s, 1Q46

Located in Bordeaux, FR

Immerse yourself in the history and culture of Afghanistan with this Handmade Vintage Afghan Kilim Grey Rug.

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1950s French Vintage Afghan Kilim

Materials

Wool

Handmade Carpet Traditional Afghan Kilim Rug Beige and Light Blue Wool Rug
Handmade Carpet Traditional Afghan Kilim Rug Beige and Light Blue Wool Rug

Handmade Carpet Traditional Afghan Kilim Rug Beige and Light Blue Wool Rug

Located in Wembley, GB

This Afghan kilim rug is an excellent example of traditional Kilim rugs with the geometric design woven symmetrically with various vibrant and muted color pallets.

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1990s Afghan Kilim Vintage Afghan Kilim

Materials

Wool, Cotton, Organic Material

Vintage Afghan Kilim Rug, Southwest Desert Meets Contemporary Santa Fe
Vintage Afghan Kilim Rug, Southwest Desert Meets Contemporary Santa Fe

Vintage Afghan Kilim Rug, Southwest Desert Meets Contemporary Santa Fe

Located in Dallas, TX

80128 vintage Afghani Kilim rug, 05'08 x 08'02. Full of tiny details and nomadic charm, this handwoven wool vintage Afghan kilim rug is a captivating vision of woven beauty.

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Mid-20th Century Afghan Kilim Vintage Afghan Kilim

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Wool

Handmade Vintage Afghan Kilim, 1970s, 1Q0096
Handmade Vintage Afghan Kilim, 1970s, 1Q0096

Handmade Vintage Afghan Kilim, 1970s, 1Q0096

Located in Bordeaux, FR

- Condition: Original good, - circa 1970s, - Size: 5.1' x 6.8' (152cm x 200cm), - Material: Wool, - Country of origin: Afghanistan, - Style: Kilim, - Backgroun...

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1970s Afghan Vintage Afghan Kilim

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Wool

Handmade Vintage Afghan Kilim, 1950s, 1P86
Handmade Vintage Afghan Kilim, 1950s, 1P86

Handmade Vintage Afghan Kilim, 1950s, 1P86

Located in Bordeaux, FR

-condition: original good, -circa: 1950s, -size: 7.8' x 10' (240cm x 305cm), -material: wool, -country of origin: Afghanistan, -style: kilim, -background colors: pi...

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1950s Afghan Vintage Afghan Kilim

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Wool

Handmade Vintage Afghan Kilim, 1980s, 1Q0169
Handmade Vintage Afghan Kilim, 1980s, 1Q0169

Handmade Vintage Afghan Kilim, 1980s, 1Q0169

Located in Bordeaux, FR

-condition: original good, -circa 1980s, -size: 5.2' x 6.10' (154cm x 204cm), -material: wool, -country of origin: Afghanistan, -style: kilim, -background colours: ...

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1980s Afghan Vintage Afghan Kilim

Materials

Wool

Handmade Vintage Afghan Kilim, 1980s, 1Q0168
Handmade Vintage Afghan Kilim, 1980s, 1Q0168

Handmade Vintage Afghan Kilim, 1980s, 1Q0168

Located in Bordeaux, FR

- Condition: Original good, - circa 1980s, - Size: 5.3' x 6.8' (158cm x 201cm), - Material: Wool, - Country of origin: Afghanistan, - Style: Kilim, - Background...

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1980s Afghan Vintage Afghan Kilim

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Wool

Handmade Vintage Afghan Kilim, 1970s, 1Q0259
Handmade Vintage Afghan Kilim, 1970s, 1Q0259

Handmade Vintage Afghan Kilim, 1970s, 1Q0259

Located in Bordeaux, FR

- Condition: original good, - circa: 1970s, - Size: 5.9' x 8.1' (181cm x 247cm), - Material: wool, - Country of origin: Afghanistan, - Style: kilim, - Backgroun...

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1970s Afghan Vintage Afghan Kilim

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Wool

Handmade Vintage Afghan Kilim, 1970s, 1Q0109
Handmade Vintage Afghan Kilim, 1970s, 1Q0109

Handmade Vintage Afghan Kilim, 1970s, 1Q0109

Located in Bordeaux, FR

Handmade vintage flat-weave from Afghanistan in tribal design. The rug is from the end of 20th century in original good condition. -Condition: Original good, -circa 1970s, -...

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1970s Afghan Vintage Afghan Kilim

Materials

Wool

Handmade Vintage Afghan Kilim Runner, 1980s, 1Q0122
Handmade Vintage Afghan Kilim Runner, 1980s, 1Q0122

Handmade Vintage Afghan Kilim Runner, 1980s, 1Q0122

Located in Bordeaux, FR

-Condition: Original good, -circa 1980s, -Size: 3.1' x 11.7' (93cm x 348cm), -Material: Wool, -Country of origin: Afghanistan, -Style: Kilim, -Background colors: Re...

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1980s Afghan Vintage Afghan Kilim

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Wool

Handmade Vintage Afghan Kilim Rug, 1980s, 1Q0205
Handmade Vintage Afghan Kilim Rug, 1980s, 1Q0205

Handmade Vintage Afghan Kilim Rug, 1980s, 1Q0205

Located in Bordeaux, FR

Handmade vintage Afghan flat-weave rug in colorful wool. It is from the end of 20th century in original good condition. - Condition: original good, - circa: 1980s, - Size: 2...

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1980s Afghan Vintage Afghan Kilim

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Wool

Handmade Vintage Afghan Kilim Runner, 1960s, 1Q0047
Handmade Vintage Afghan Kilim Runner, 1960s, 1Q0047

Handmade Vintage Afghan Kilim Runner, 1960s, 1Q0047

Located in Bordeaux, FR

Handmade antique Aghan flat-weave runner in red and blue wool. It is from the end of 20th century in original good condition. ?-Condition: original good, -circa 1960s, -size...

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1960s Afghan Vintage Afghan Kilim

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Wool

Handmade Vintage Afghan Kilim Runner, 1960s, 1Q0192
Handmade Vintage Afghan Kilim Runner, 1960s, 1Q0192

Handmade Vintage Afghan Kilim Runner, 1960s, 1Q0192

Located in Bordeaux, FR

Handmade vintage Aghan flat-weave runner in red, orange and blue wool. It is from the end of 20th century in original good condition. - Condition: original good, - circa 1960s,...

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1960s Afghan Vintage Afghan Kilim

Materials

Wool

Contemporary Afghan Kilim Rug, Green and Orange
Contemporary Afghan Kilim Rug, Green and Orange

Contemporary Afghan Kilim Rug, Green and Orange

Located in Malton, GB

This is a very nice contemporary hand made Kilim rug. The colours are more subtle than usual which is why it stood out to me. There is a great amount of shapes and details throughout...

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20th Century Vintage Afghan Kilim

Materials

Wool

Primitive Geometric Afghan Kilim Rug, Living Room Rug
Primitive Geometric Afghan Kilim Rug, Living Room Rug

Primitive Geometric Afghan Kilim Rug, Living Room Rug

Located in Wembley, GB

These Geometric Kilim rugs are handwoven by the very skilled weavers in Afghanistan.

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1990s Afghan Kilim Vintage Afghan Kilim

Materials

Wool, Cotton, Organic Material

Geometric Afghan Kilim Rug, Beige and Rust Large Area Rug
Geometric Afghan Kilim Rug, Beige and Rust Large Area Rug

Geometric Afghan Kilim Rug, Beige and Rust Large Area Rug

Located in Wembley, GB

This geometric Kilim rug was handmade in Afghanistan by Uzbek and Turkman tribes.

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1990s Afghan Tribal Vintage Afghan Kilim

Materials

Wool, Cotton, Organic Material

Colorful Afghan Modern Kilim Rug with Diamond and Tribal Design
Colorful Afghan Modern Kilim Rug with Diamond and Tribal Design

Colorful Afghan Modern Kilim Rug with Diamond and Tribal Design

By Keivan Woven Arts

Located in Atlanta, GA

Colorful Afghan Modern Kilim, Keivan Woven Arts, Rug/ABT-8121451, country of origin / type: Afghanistan / Kilim, circa late-20th Century.

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Late 20th Century Afghan Kilim Vintage Afghan Kilim

Materials

Wool

Handmade Vintage Afghan Ardabil Kilim, 1970s, 1Q0034
Handmade Vintage Afghan Ardabil Kilim, 1970s, 1Q0034

Handmade Vintage Afghan Ardabil Kilim, 1970s, 1Q0034

Located in Bordeaux, FR

Handmade vintage Afghan Kilim in vegetable dyes. It is from the end of 20th century in original good condition

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1970s Afghan Vintage Afghan Kilim

Materials

Wool

Large Modern Kilim Rug with Squared Design in Red, Blue, Black, Cream, Purple
Large Modern Kilim Rug with Squared Design in Red, Blue, Black, Cream, Purple

Large Modern Kilim Rug with Squared Design in Red, Blue, Black, Cream, Purple

Located in Atlanta, GA

Afghanistan made Kilim Rug with multicolored boxed design in red, blue, cream, purple, rug mp-888, country of origin / type: Afghanistan / Kilim, circa 1980 This vibrant Afghan Ki...

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1980s Afghan Kilim Vintage Afghan Kilim

Materials

Wool

Uzbek Kilim
Uzbek Kilim

Uzbek Kilim

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W 83 in L 123 in

Uzbek Kilim

Located in New York, NY

We have seen a lot of these Afghan kilim over the years, but they rarely are as nice as this one.

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1970s Afghan Vintage Afghan Kilim

Materials

Wool

Large Uzbek Kilim
Large Uzbek Kilim

Large Uzbek Kilim

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W 105 in L 163 in

Large Uzbek Kilim

Located in New York, NY

We have seen many of these Afghan kilims over the years, but the current selection we have are simply the best with great wool, colors and lots of interesting details.

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Late 20th Century Afghan Vintage Afghan Kilim

Materials

Wool

All-Over Hand Woven Geometric Kilim Diamond Design in Brown, Pink, and Ivory
All-Over Hand Woven Geometric Kilim Diamond Design in Brown, Pink, and Ivory

All-Over Hand Woven Geometric Kilim Diamond Design in Brown, Pink, and Ivory

Located in Atlanta, GA

All-Over Geometric Diamond Design Kilim rug with all-over geometric diamond design, Keivan Woven Arts / rug V21-0806, country of origin / type: Afghan / Kilim, circa 1940 Measures...

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Mid-20th Century Afghan Kilim Vintage Afghan Kilim

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Wool

Vintage Afghan Geometric Reversible Wool Kilim Runner, c.1960s
Vintage Afghan Geometric Reversible Wool Kilim Runner, c.1960s

Vintage Afghan Geometric Reversible Wool Kilim Runner, c.1960s

Located in TORQUAY, AU

A stunning work of woven art, this vintage Afghan kilim from the mid-20th century is a powerful expression of tribal identity and cultural exchange.

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1960s Afghan Kilim Vintage Afghan Kilim

Materials

Wool

Vintage Afghani Maimana Kilim Rug with Mid-Century Modern Style
Vintage Afghani Maimana Kilim Rug with Mid-Century Modern Style

Vintage Afghani Maimana Kilim Rug with Mid-Century Modern Style

Located in Dallas, TX

The striking play of pattern and scale imbues this vintage Afghan kilim rug with immense visual interest and graphic appeal.

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Late 20th Century Afghan Kilim Vintage Afghan Kilim

Materials

Wool

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Vintage Afghan Kilim For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the vintage Afghan kilim you’re looking for at 1stDibs. A vintage Afghan kilim — often made from fabric, wool and cotton — can elevate any home. There are 131 variations of the antique or vintage vintage Afghan kilim you’re looking for, while we also have 1 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the vintage Afghan kilim you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right vintage Afghan kilim, those designed in Mid-Century Modern styles are of considerable interest. A well-made vintage Afghan kilim has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Rug & Kilim are consistently popular.

How Much is a Vintage Afghan Kilim?

Prices for a vintage Afghan kilim can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $57 and can go as high as $18,200, while the average can fetch as much as $1,715.

Finding the Right Rugs-carpets for You

Good antique rugs and vintage rugs have made their way into homes across the globe, becoming fixtures used for comfort, prayer and self-expression, so choosing the right area rug is officially a universal endeavor.

In modern usage, “carpet” typically denotes a wall-to-wall floor cushioning that is fixed to the floor. Rugs, on the other hand, are designed to cover a specific area and can easily be moved to new locations. However, the terms are interchangeable in many parts of the world, and, in the end, it won’t matter what you decide to call it.

It’s well known that a timeless Persian rug or vintage Turkish rug can warm any interior, but there are lots of other styles of antique rugs to choose from when you're endeavoring to introduce fresh colors and textures to a bedroom or living room.

Moroccan Berber rugs are not all about pattern. In fact, some of the most striking examples are nearly monochrome. But what these rugs lack in complexity, they make up for in brilliant color and subtle variation. Moroccan-style interiors can be mesmerizing — a sitting room of this type might feature a Moroccan rug, carved wooden screens and a tapestry hung behind the sofa.

Handwoven kilim rugs, known for their wealth of rich colors and unique weaving tradition, are pileless: Whereas the Beni Ourain rugs of Morocco can be described as dense with a thick surface or pile, an authentic kilim rug is thin and flat. (The term “kilim” is Turkish in origin, but this type of textile artistry is practiced all across the Balkans, throughout the Arab world and elsewhere.) 

When it comes to eye-catching floor coverings, the distinctive “medallion” pattern of Oushak rugs has two types of rounded shapes alternating against a rich red or blue background created with natural dyes, while the elaborate “star” pattern involves large eight-pointed shapes in diagonal rows alternating with diamonds.  

If you’re looking for something unexpected, find a runner rug that pops in your hallway or on your stairs. Dig for dazzling geometric patterns in our inventory of mid-century modern rugs and carpets, which includes works designed by the likes of Swedish textile masters Märta Måås-Fjetterström, Marianne Richter and other artisans. 

Carpets and rugs have been around for thousands of years. Prehistoric humans turned to animal skin, wool and fur to craft simple fabrics to soften hard terrain. A 2016 study suggests that "cave lions" were hunted for exactly this purpose, and that decorating your cave with their pelts may have conferred strength and prestige. Although many of these early textiles are still in existence, tracing their precise origins is difficult. Carpets quickly became such a valuable trade commodity that the weavings could easily travel far from their places of origin. 

The oldest known carpet was found in southern Siberia. (It may have traveled there from Persepolis in Iran.) For the flat-weave floor rugs crafted by Native Americans, cotton was the primary material before sheep’s wool was introduced in the 16th century. In Europe, carpet-making was fundamental to folk art, and Asian carpets imported to European countries were at one time considered a precious luxury and not intended to remain permanently on the floor. 

With the variety of area rugs and carpets rolled out for you on 1stDibs — a collection that includes traditional, modern, minimalist rugs and other coverings of all kinds — things will be looking up whenever you’re looking down.