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Antique Signed Hereke Silk Rug - Mid 20th Century

Antique Signed Hereke Silk Rug - Mid 20th Century

Antique Signed Hereke Silk Rug - Mid 20th Century

Antique Signed Hereke Silk Rug - Mid 20th Century

Antique Signed Hereke Silk Rug - Mid 20th Century

Antique Signed Hereke Silk Rug - Mid 20th Century

Antique Signed Hereke Silk Rug - Mid 20th Century

Antique Signed Hereke Silk Rug - Mid 20th Century

Antique Signed Hereke Silk Rug - Mid 20th Century

Antique Signed Hereke Silk Rug - Mid 20th Century

Antique Signed Hereke Silk Rug - Mid 20th Century

Antique Signed Hereke Silk Rug - Mid 20th Century

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Antique Signed Hereke Silk Rug - Mid 20th Century

$2,500

£1,868.74

€2,183.25

CA$3,516.84

A$3,559.32

CHF 2,040.81

MX$43,170.06

NOK 23,733.83

SEK 24,158.75

DKK 16,320.55

About the Item

This rare mid 20th century signed Hereke silk rug highlights a powerful and rhythmic floral composition featuring a monumental, multi-lobed central medallion anchored within a soft peach and ivory field. This structural balance between the dense “islimi” scrolling vines, blossoming floral sprays, and the multi-layered architectural borders reflects the pinnacle of the Turkish imperial weaving tradition. Textiles of this era from Hereke are world-renowned for their extraordinary technical precision and a sophisticated courtly vocabulary that represents a distinct artistic language developed over centuries of Ottoman heritage. The color palette is masterfully balanced featuring a primary peach-blossom ground that serves as a serene canvas for high-contrast shifts of madder red, sage green, and delicate sapphire blue. These rich and enduring tones, achieved through the expert application of dyes on pure silk, exhibit a chromatic strength and a saturated depth that are hallmarks of the finest mid 20th century urban productions. The inclusion of a sophisticated primary border containing a rhythmic sequence of reciprocating floral rosettes and palmettes, along with the prestigious weaver’s signature in the upper guard band, creates a precise visual frame that highlights the superior material quality and technical finesse. Structural analysis indicates the use of premium 100% natural silk with a characteristically supple handle and an exceptional knot density. The clarity of the decorative outlines, specifically the minute internal details of the central medallion and the precisely rendered symmetry of the floral guard bands, distinguishes this masterpiece as an authentic mid 20th century Hereke silk rug. Ultimately, this piece represents a peak in both technical endurance and decorative majesty for global collectors of fine signed silk carpets.

Dimensions:
Width: 30.71 in (78 cm)Length: 46.07 in (117 cm)
Materials and Techniques:
Silk,Hand-Knotted
Place of Origin:
Turkey
Period:
Mid-20th Century
Date of Manufacture:
1950's
Condition:
Seller Location:
Sultanahmet, TR
Reference Number:
1stDibs: LU7849250037172

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