2 x 4 Vintage Mexican Zapotec Pictorial Rug 78636
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2 x 4 Vintage Mexican Zapotec Pictorial Rug 78636

Size: 01'08 x 03'06
Main Color: Brown
Age: Vintage
Origin: Mexico
Transaction type: Cr
78636
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$479.00
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78636 Vintage Mexican Zapotec Pictorial Rug, 01'08 x 03'06.

This handwoven wool vintage Zapotec kilim is a captivating fusion of mystical narrative and understated luxury—an heirloom textile steeped in the spiritual depth of Mesoamerican folklore and elevated through artisanal prestige. Rendered in a palette of warm chestnut, sandstone, onyx, and ash gray, this rare piece depicts the Nagual, a sacred being in signature Mesoamerican tradition believed to possess the power to transform into its spirit animal. Here, a human figure seamlessly merges with the bear, the ancient symbol of strength, protection, and primal wisdom. The result is a hauntingly elegant composition—at once modern, mythic, and utterly one-of-a-kind.

Woven by Zapotec artisans in the highlands of Oaxaca, the design balances abstraction and figurative detail with exceptional sophistication. The stepped edges and geometric framing evoke ancestral temples and stonework, while the expressive profiles of both human and bear suggest a liminal space where the physical and the spiritual coalesce. This is not merely decorative—it is iconographic: a woven invocation of protection, courage, and ancestral memory that honors the sacred bond between humanity and the animal world.

Beyond its symbolic potency, this extraordinary work of art exudes an organic sophistication ideal for contemporary mountain homes, luxury lodges, or collectors drawn to soulful design. Its earth-tone colorway blends effortlessly with raw woods, leather, and stone, offering a “lived-in” elegance rooted in tradition yet attuned to the aesthetics of the modern bohemian elite. Whether draped on a wall or layered on the floor, it grounds the space with warmth, quiet drama, and cultural authenticity.

This Zapotec Nagual rug is more than a textile—it is a storytelling vessel, an artistic relic, and a conscious investment in handmade heritage. Its rarity and narrative richness elevate it to the realm of curatorial luxury, making it a prized addition to any discerning collection. For those who believe that true prestige lies in the meaningful, the mystical, and the masterfully made, this exquisite masterpiece offers an unparalleled expression of timeless cultural reverence.

  • Rendered in variegated shades of brown, beige, gray, and coffee with other neutral colors.
  • Abrash.
  • Handwoven wool.
  • Made in Mexico.
  • Measures: 01'08 x 03'06.
  • Date: 1970's. Late 20th Century.