Native American Kilim, North America – This expressive antique Native American kilim depicts a stunning medallion design that displays minimalist tendencies and a remarkable level of precision. Complex right-angle motifs with clear edges and crisp lines form compound figures that display familiar flat-weave motifs. The compound lozenge and ram’s horn medallion is flanked by connected bar-and-block motifs and directional arrow-like devices surrounded by an ocean of bright aniline-tone red. The expressive and emotive reds are balanced by stark jet black accents, warm browns, fleecy grays and ivory. Tonal end pieces cross the field laterally, displaying a gradient selection of charcoal, ash and ivory stripes that fade into a central earth-tone band fringed with hash marks. This delightful Native American kilim has an expressive countenance and wonderful intensity that’s at home in rustic and modern interiors.
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Antique American Indian Kilim 47222
Size: 3 ft 10 in x 5 ft 9 in (1.17 m x 1.75 m)
Origin: American Rugs
Style: Navajo Rugs
Crafted by Native American weavers, this antique Indian kilim features a bright, beautifully composed design that employs a bold assortment of flat-weave motifs.
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