Kelims are flat tapestry-woven carpets or rugs produced in all the rug regions. They contain less wool and are quick to make compared with the pile rug and so traditionally people with fewer resources make Kelims. Also those at warmer or lower altitudes need only Kelims for warmth.

Kelims are highly graphic and make great art on the wall. I love them not least because they often intrigue with unusual weaves.

Enthusiuasts believe they are closer than pile rugs to the mythical archaic original rug and so are collected avidly.

Milton