Kilim Khamseh Iran 296 X 152 Cm

Kilim from the Fars region, southwest Iran, wool, circa 1950. Restoration of the bartacks on one side in our workshop. Very good condition. Thick, strong and durable kilim.
Dimensions: 296/284 x 152 cm.

The name Khamseh corresponds to a confederation of five nomadic tribes who lived in southwest Iran. This confederation was formed from the mid-19th century to oppose the Gashghais. Khamseh means "confederation of five". Khamsa or khomsa means "five" in Arabic. In North Africa, khamsa is a talisman symbolizing a protective hand. Due to the diversity of ethnic groups constituting the Khamseh confederation, we find varied patterns: medallions, hexagons, botehs, ...

Authentic Khamseh kilim in 'kellé' format in shades of pink, beige and gray with geometric patterns in its center surrounded by different stylized borders. This kilim was made on a horizontal loom, traditionally used by nomads when traveling, which explains its narrow format (kellé carpet) and its asymmetry.

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