Handmade Pictorial Kilim Runner – Orange Wool Folk Art Rug

This is a handwoven flatweave (kilim / tapestry-weave) runner with a bold pictorial scene: stylized, hat-wearing figures arranged in a rhythmic procession across a rich orange ground. The design reads like modern folk art—graphic silhouettes, clean color blocks, and playful contrast—making it an instant statement piece for a hallway, entry, studio, or creative office.

From the close-ups, this is not a knotted-pile rug (so there’s no Turkish vs. Senneh knot to identify). Instead, the surface shows a tight, weft-faced weave with crisp edges between colors—typical of tapestry-style kilim weaving where colored wefts build the image. The white fringe suggests a cotton foundation, while the face yarn appears wool. The saturated, even orange and sharp outlines strongly indicate a contemporary production (late 20th century to recent), made for durability and visual punch rather than age-patina.

Features

Size: 183 cm x 66 cm (approx. 72" x 26")

Type: Handwoven flatweave (kilim/tapestry weave) – no pile, low-profile

Materials (visible/most likely): Wool face yarns with a cotton foundation (white fringe/warp)

Construction notes: Weft-faced weave with clean color transitions; reinforced end finishes and side structure; short white fringe at ends

Pile height: Flat (no pile) – ideal for layering and under doors

Density (practical read): Tight weave suitable for everyday use in corridors

Condition (honest): Very good overall—even color, no obvious holes; minor surface lint/fuzz consistent with wool; fringe present and intact in photos

Motifs & meaning (cultural read): The repeating “figures with hats” function as a storytelling/pictorial motif—more narrative and modern-folk than ceremonial; the repetition creates a “procession” rhythm (movement/community theme)

Time to weave (realistic estimate): A pictorial tapestry-flatweave of this size typically represents days to a few weeks of focused weaving depending on loom width and weaver speed

Care Instructions

Vacuum without a beater bar (flatweaves don’t like aggressive brushes).

Rotate every 1–2 months in high-traffic areas for even wear.

Spot clean with cold water + a small amount of wool-safe soap; blot—don’t rub.

Use a rug pad to prevent slipping and to protect the weave structure.

For deep cleaning, choose a professional who understands handwoven wool flatweaves (no harsh chemicals, no high-heat).

If you want a runner that feels curated and design-forward—something that looks amazing in a modern home but still carries the honesty of hand weaving—this one delivers. It’s especially strong in mid-century modern, eclectic, contemporary, and artistic interiors, and it photographs beautifully for styled spaces.