Size: 4.4 x 2 ft.
Origin: South America
Circa: 1980s
Material: Pure Wool
This vibrant vintage South American kilim is a bold celebration of cultural heritage, saturated with striking colour and evocative imagery. The central panel features a woven pictorial scene of a traditional adobe pueblo dwelling, complete with ladders and two figures in native dress, an homage to Andean or Southwestern village life. The backdrop is rendered with painterly detail, capturing the sun-drenched tones of earthen walls and desert shadows under a brilliant blue sky.
Surrounding this narrative are radiant horizontal bands of vivid stripes in classic serape colours, including electric orange, magenta, sky blue, emerald, and black, alongside striking, stylised motifs of bull skulls, which reinforce the rustic, folkloric aesthetic. Handwoven from cotton or wool, the texture is both lightweight and strong, typical of decorative textiles used for both display and functional purposes.
Perfect as a wall tapestry, picnic throw, or boho accent, this kilim blends storytelling with artisanal flair, offering a colourful glimpse into the traditions and artistry of South American or Southwestern textile culture.
Authentic vintage and antique South American kilims are handwoven with wool. Each one is an exceptional work of art and unique.
Pictures are taken in natural light to portray the most realistic colours possible. Due to the handmade and preloved nature, slight imperfections and flaws are not defects.
Our kilims are professionally restored, and the fringes secured, ensuring many more years of life.
Our kilims are professionally cleaned.
