Description
A kilim is a traditional flat-woven rug, known for its vibrant colors, geometric patterns, and cultural symbolism. Unlike pile rugs, kilims are made without knots, resulting in a smooth, lightweight, and reversible textile.
The word kilim comes from Turkish, derived from the Persian gelīm, meaning a flat-woven textile.
• Kilims have been woven for centuries across Turkey, Iran, Afghanistan, the Caucasus, North Africa, and Central Asia.
• Historically, they served as floor coverings, wall hangings, blankets, and prayer rugs, often woven by tribal women as part of household life.
