Gafsa Kilim, Tunisian Pictorial Tapestry | Wool Cotton Foundation | 125 X 55 Cm

With a wool-and-cotton foundation and handwoven flatweave texture, this vintage wall hanging brings layered warmth and visual character to an interior. Gafsa kilim adds a rare pictorial note to the piece, with stylized Berber figures and traditional nomad symbols across four woven panels. Earthy olive green, warm ochre, cream, taupe and deep brown give it an easy, collected look that suits Mid-Century Modern, Bohemian, Mediterranean and eclectic rooms.

This Tunisian pictorial tapestry is a highly collectible example of North African textile art, combining folk storytelling with the presence of a statement wall piece. The four individually woven scenes create a rhythm that feels both traditional and visually striking, making it a natural choice for buyers searching for distinctive wall decor with character, history and artisan appeal. Its proportions, 125 × 55 cm, make it especially appealing for hanging above a sideboard, console or sofa, or for adding a refined vintage accent to a smaller wall.

A fragment of the original official Tunisian Ministry of Traditional Handicrafts label is still preserved on the reverse, with the stamped wording “Qualité Premier Choix” visible in the photographs. That detail supports the textile’s authentic Tunisian heritage and the quality of its traditional workmanship. Professionally cleaned and beautifully preserved, it arrives ready to be enjoyed as a decorative textile with strong visual impact and enduring collector interest.

• Origin: Gafsa, Tunisia, North Africa
• Era: Vintage, circa 1970s–1980s
• Material: Wool with cotton foundation
• Technique: Handwoven flatweave kilim
• Dimensions: 125 × 55 cm / 49 × 21.5 inches
• Design: Four pictorial panels with stylized human figures and geometric motifs
• Condition: Excellent vintage condition, professionally cleaned and beautifully preserved

The figurative composition gives this piece an almost modernist feel, while the handwoven construction keeps the warmth and irregular beauty of traditional North African craft at the center of the design. It works well in interiors that mix texture, pattern and heritage, and it can also make a thoughtful seasonal gift for someone who appreciates collector textiles, unique wall art and one-of-a-kind vintage decor.

For collectors of tunisian kilim, pictorial kilim, figurative kilim, berber tapestry and tribal wall art, this is a rare and expressive find. It also sits beautifully within searches for north african art, wool wall hanging, 70s textile art and handwoven kilim, especially for buyers looking for a statement piece with authentic presence rather than a generic reproduction. If you are styling a home for the holidays, it brings rich color and conversation-starting detail to winter interiors without needing any extra decoration.

Premium shipping to the USA is shipped DDP, which means all applicable US import duties and customs charges are covered by the seller. The amount paid at checkout is the final purchase cost, with no unexpected import-duty bill on delivery.

A rare and wonderfully expressive vintage Tunisian textile for collectors, decorators and anyone looking for a meaningful wall hanging with history, craftsmanship and timeless visual appeal.