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76935 Vintage Turkish Silk Hereke Rug, 09’10 x 13’10.
Woven in the legendary town of Hereke, this monumental hand-knotted vintage Turkish silk rug is a sanctuary of refinement—an heirloom of empire rendered in whisper-soft hues of pale beige, warm champagne, and blush rose. Its luminous silk surface, time-softened to a near-ethereal glow, captures the elegance and poise for which Hereke weaving is revered. The rug’s palette offers more than neutrality—it delivers quiet grandeur, making this piece a paragon of understated luxury for the world’s most discerning interiors.
At its heart lies a grand, softly contoured central medallion, emerging like an apparition through a mist of arabesque vines and signature palmettes that bloom and trail in hypnotic symmetry. Stylized lotus blossoms, carnations, and peonies nestle within the silk latticework—each motif symbolizing rebirth, beauty, and enduring grace. This exceptional design language, passed down through generations of court-trained weavers, is not merely decorative; it is a poetic invocation of paradise, encoded in thread.
This exquisite work of art is framed by a palmette Herati border, flanked by inner and outer meandering floral guard bands that pulse with rhythm and refinement. These elegantly restrained outlines anchor the majestic composition, adding structure to its flowing botanical reverie. Every knot—executed with surgical precision—contributes to a textile experience that is not just seen but felt, a whisper of imperial craftsmanship beneath the fingertips.
A rare offering in both scale and softness, this precious Hereke masterpiece belongs to the realm of private palaces and museum-grade collections. Its exclusivity lies not only in its fine silk and masterful construction, but in its ability to transform space—offering sanctuary, serenity, and silent splendor. To acquire this piece is to inherit a legacy of nobility, a symbol of timeless taste, and a testament to the belief that beauty—when woven with integrity—can endure for generations.
- Rendered in variegated shades of light pink, beige, rose, tan, pink, and taupe with other accent colors
- Abrash. Antique Wash.
- Hand-knotted silk on silk.
- Made in Turkey.
- Measures: 09'10 x 13'10.
- Pile Height: 0.15 of an inch.
- Date: 1970's. Late 20th Century.
