Cassia
$396.00
One-of-a-kind vintage rug, handwoven and handknotted in Demirci, Turkey
Dimensions: 5'5" x 7'9" (167 cm x 237 cm)
All rugs have been professionally cleaned; age-related wear and natural inconsistencies are inherent in these unique, handcrafted vintage rugs.
Product Details
- One-of-a-kind vintage rug — only one in stock!
- 100% wool pile on cotton foundation
- Dimensions: 5'5" x 7'9" (167 cm x 237 cm)
- Color palette: crimson red
- Redyed using lab-tested azo-free dyes
Curator's Notes
- An interplay of repeating medallions fill out the field
- A result of gentle wear over time, a cross-hatched fade pattern produces a soft, distressed effect that mutes the color palette
- A wide dominant border flanked by two minor reciprocal borders
- A universal design feature of rugs, floral motifs appear in a variety of stylized forms from natural, abstract, to geometric
Demirci is one of the most well known handmade carpet production centers in Turkey with a distinctive coarse knot that is woven on a cotton foundation, depicting simple Persian motifs.
Material DetailsWool is the most popular fiber used in Turkish rugs because it is supple, durable, and plentiful in supply. A cotton foundation is also a popular choice, used to tie the wool knots onto. Cotton is rigid and strong, providing a firm foundation that stands the test of time.
