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Silk Hereke Rug with Metal Brocading

Offered by: Double Knot

Description
A superb example of fine carpet weaving from the famed looms of Hereke, a small town east of Istanbul, where royal workshops were established in the nineteenth century to produce fine fabrics and carpets for the new palaces of the Turkish sultans. Fine carpets, in wool and in silk are made in and around the town to this day. This little rug appears to be a special order as it bears the name "Habibian" a famous manufacturer from the city of Nain, Iran, in addition to "Hereke" label. The small label woven on the fringes is a serial number.

More Information

Origin:	Turkey
Period:	1950-1979
Materials:	Hand-knotted pile rug; silk with metal brocading.
Condition:	Excellent. Very well preserved and clean.
Creation Date:	Circa 1970.
Styles / Movements:	Modern
Dealer Reference #:	DK-92-50
Incollect Reference #:	112391

Dimensions

W.	40 in;	H.	59 in;
W.	101.6 cm;	H.	149.86 cm;

Message from Seller:

Established in 2002, Double Knot is New York City's premier gallery for tribal rugs and textiles. The gallery focuses on old and antique pieces from Turkey, Iran, the Caucasus, Central Asia and Morocco, promoting better understanding of their rich weaving traditions in the context of their history, art and culture.