79321 Vintage Turkish Silk Hereke Rug, 02'02 x 03'03.
In the grand tradition of Ottoman imperial artistry, this hand-knotted vintage Turkish silk Hereke rug is an exquisite testament to the courtly refinement and spiritual symbology that once adorned the sanctuaries of sultans. Rendered in lustrous silk threads and woven with astonishing fineness, the design centers around a Tree of Life — or Ağac-ı Hayat — its elegant branches reaching skyward in perfect symmetry, each bough graced by delicate, stylized birds. This is not merely a rug, but a woven Eden — a Bostan Garden of Paradise — inspired by centuries of Turkish, Persian, and Mughal aesthetic philosophy, where every element radiates harmony, renewal, and divine order.
The birds, perched in poetic stillness or song, are not incidental—they represent messengers between worlds, carriers of soul and spirit, of poetry and prayer. The garden is animated by lotus blossoms, rosettes, and leaf-laced vines, all artfully encircling the central tree in a timeless rhythm that echoes illuminated Ottoman manuscripts and the architectural gardens of Topkapı and Dolmabahçe. The border, blooming with Rumi palmettes and stylized flora, frames this paradisiacal scene like the gilded margins of a sacred text. Soft pistachio greens, apricot tones, blush pinks, and champagne ivories shimmer across the silk surface—each hue applied with the precision of a court miniaturist.
A woven cartouche crowns the upper field—a hallmark of signed Hereke masterworks—elevating this piece beyond fine décor into the realm of legacy artistry. With every square inch displaying painterly nuance, this silk-on-silk tapestry reflects the peak of Hereke craftsmanship, once guarded and reserved for royalty and foreign dignitaries. Its compact proportions suggest a purpose beyond utility—perhaps as a wall-hung devotional panel, a private meditation piece, or a ceremonial gift of great honor.
To acquire this Hereke silk rug is to secure a jewel of Ottoman visual poetry, rich in symbolism, scarcity, and legacy. It belongs to that rare class of artifacts where artistry, spirituality, and history are inseparably entwined—offering not just a luxurious object, but a profound story of paradise made visible. In a world of ephemeral trends, this piece stands as a symbol of enduring beauty and cultural reverence—an inspired treasure for the most discerning collector or design patron.
- Abrash.
- Hand knotted silk on silk.
- Metallic Threads.
- Made in Turkey.
- Measures: 02'02 x 03'03.
- Pile Height: 0.04 of an inch.
- Date: 1960's. Mid-20th Century.
