Signed Hereke Silk Rug
Period: Mid 20th Century
Origin: Hereke
Dimensions: 144 x 180 cm
This rare mid 20th century signed Hereke silk rug highlights a powerful and rhythmic floral composition featuring a delicate all over botanical display anchored within a luminous and ethereal champagne field. The structural balance between the fluid scrolling vines and the meticulously rendered floral rosettes reflects the pinnacle of the Hereke weaving tradition. Textiles of this era and provenance are world renowned for their extraordinary technical precision, allowing for the painterly execution of complex curvilinear details and naturalistic forms such as soft pastel blossoms and interlacing leafy sprays.
The color palette is masterfully balanced, featuring a primary champagne and ivory ground that serves as a sophisticated canvas for subtle shifts of muted sage green, soft salmon, and sky blue. These refined tones, achieved through the use of premium silk, exhibit a luminous depth and an elegant shimmer that are hallmarks of the finest mid 20th century regional productions. The inclusion of a sophisticated primary border containing a rhythmic sequence of reciprocating floral cartouches and delicate guard bands creates a precise visual frame that highlights the superior material quality and the technical finesse of the weavers, further authenticated by a woven signature in the outer border.
Structural analysis indicates the use of premium silk with a characteristically fine knotting technique and a supple, luxurious handle. The exceptional clarity of the decorative outlines, specifically the minute internal details of the botanical petals and the precisely rendered symmetry of the entire field, distinguishes this piece as a premier example of regional workshop art. Ultimately, this rug represents a peak in both technical endurance and graphic majesty for global textile collectors.
Stock No: 2408
| Stock No |
2408 |
|---|---|
| Size |
144 x 180 cm |
