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1950's Southwestern-Style Storm Pattern Kilim Rug
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77959 Vintage Southwestern-Style Storm Pattern Kilim Rug, 02'05 x 04'11. This handwoven wool vintage kilim rug showcases a dramatic and spiritually resonant design inspired by the classic Storm Pattern, a beloved motif in Southwestern weaving traditions. Set against a softly abrashed gray field that evokes the texture of weathered stone and clouded skies, the composition is anchored by a commanding central square. From this focal point, arms extend outward in all four directions, connecting to smaller corner squares—a symbolic reference to the sacred directions and the structural harmony found in Indigenous cosmologies of the Southwest.
Surrounding the central motif, bold zigzag forms stretch like lightning bolts across the field. These jagged lines represent elemental power, symbolizing storm energy and the life-giving rains it brings to arid landscapes. Woven in contrasting tones of white and black, the lightning motifs pulse with movement, creating a visual rhythm that mirrors the dynamic balance between calm and chaos, earth and sky. Their placement and energy imbue the rug with a sense of protection and spiritual vitality.
At either end of the kilim, small geometric motifs appear resembling stylized water bugs—a traditional design associated with water, renewal, and sustenance. In the context of desert life, such symbols are more than decorative; they are prayers for survival and gratitude for nature’s gifts. These end motifs bring visual balance to the composition while echoing a deeper reverence for the sacredness of rain and the interconnectedness of all living systems in the natural world.
This vintage Southwestern-style kilim is more than a textile—it is a woven narrative of harmony, transformation, and spiritual respect for the land. Through its symbolic geometry, restrained color palette, and meticulous craftsmanship, it becomes a quiet yet powerful statement of cultural expression. Whether displayed on the floor or the wall, this Storm Pattern rug offers a connection to nature’s rhythm and a testament to the enduring legacy of Native American-inspired design.
Rendered in variegated shades of gray, white, black, and red with other neutral accent colors.
Desirable Age Wear. Abrash.
Hand-woven wool.
Made in America.
Measures: 02'05 x 04'11.
Date: 1950's. Mid-20th Century.
- Dimensions:Width: 29 in (73.66 cm)Length: 59 in (149.86 cm)
- Style:Folk Art (In the Style Of)
- Materials and Techniques:Wool,Hand-Woven
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1950-1959
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Abrash.
- Seller Location:Dallas, TX
- Reference Number:Seller: 77959 Vintage Southwestern-Style Kilim Rug, 02'05 x 04'111stDibs: LU942927303542
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