A Kilim (or Kelim) (or Gelim, in Persian), is a flatwoven rug, taking its name from the Turkish word for prayer rug. Kilims are produced by tightly interweaving the warp and weft strands of the weave to produce a flat (i.e. pileless) surface.

"Granada Kilim Antique 5' 5"  X 3' 5" Area Rug" "This collection features 100% Wool, hand-tufted pieces in casual and contemporary styles. "

Kilim: The Complete Guide : History Pattern Technique Identification Bold, distinctive patterns; brilliant colors; astonishingly diverse decoration; affordability - these are some of the characteristics that explain the popularity of the marvelous flatwoven textiles from the Near and Far East known in the West as kilims. In recent years, demand for them has reached unprecedented levels, fueled by a new recognition of the special qualities of handmade ethnic crafts.

Despite what many perceive as their secondary (or inferior) status to pile carpets, Kilims have become increasingly collectable in themselves over recent years, with quality pieces now commanding the prices that their workmanship rightly deserves.
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