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10 x 14
Antique Authentic
Silk & Metal Turkish Hereke
Fine Garden Design
295cm x 422
Circa 1900
"This is one of the highest quality antique silk rugs that we have seen in our 40 years in the trade. It is 100% silk pile and foundation. This vintage Silk Hereke has a very fine weave and intricate design indicating master weaver workmanship. We received it from a home where it was displayed hanging on the wall for a long time. It is in great original shape- All four sides are intact and original. This is a great long term investment quality piece."-DCR
History~
Hereke carpets are only produced in Hereke, a coastal town in Turkey, 60 km from Istanbul. The materials used are silk, a combination of wool and cotton and sometimes gold or silver threads.
The Ottoman sultan, Abdülmecid I founded the Hereke Imperial Manufacture in 1841 to produce all the textiles for his Dolmabahçe Palace on the Bosphorus. He gathered the best artists and carpet weavers of the former Ottoman Empire in Hereke, where they began producing high quality rugs and large carpets with unique patterns.
After completing work on the Dolmabahçe Palace, the Ottoman sultans used to give Hereke carpets as gifts to selected visiting royalties, noblemen and statesmen. It was not until 1890 that some traders in Istanbul were allowed to sell some of the pieces made at Hereke. With the end of the Ottoman Empire the production of Hereke carpets was restricted until the middle of the 20th century when some master-weavers in Hereke began once more to produce the carpets in continuation of the tradition of the Ottoman palace carpets.
As of 1920, Hereke was home to a carpet making school which was ran by the state. Both Muslim and Christian women and children attended classes.
Hereke carpets typically are made of silk on cotton as well as silk on silk, which are knotted in small sizes. The precision of their double knots (Turkish or Ghiordes knots), which allows the clear display of patterns, together with the colour combinations and the harmonious patterns have made them highly collectible. Today, Hereke carpets and rugs are still made with the traditional patterns of the Ottoman sultan, Abdülmecid I, as well as both traditional Anatolian and contemporary figurative patterns.
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Description:
This genuine hand knotted Antique Silk & Metal rug by Designers Choice Rugs is a true decorative piece. With its quality fine silk, this rug portrays an exquisite opulence.
The creation of this rug involves many processes, including spinning, weaving, washing, trimming, and finishing, all done by skilled weavers. Known for it's durability and strength, this rug displays a magnificent quality.
Perfect for traffic area as well as a decorative piece!
Size |
9'8" x 13'10" (10x14) 295cm x 422cm |
Serial ID # |
k63701 |
Design |
Geometric |
Country Of Origin |
Turkey |
Age |
C.1900 |
Category |
Exceptionally fine Silk & Metal |
Pattern |
Geometric |
Material |
Hand Knotted Organic Silk |
Foundation |
Silk |
Color |
Beige, Ivory, Grey, Green, Brown, Gold, Rust, Red, Light Blue |
Quality |
Very Fine |
Condition |
Rare Exceptionally fine, Silk Foundation, C.1900, Some Worn Areas |
Retail Price |
$67,750 |
Our Price |
See listing for discount! |
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RETURNS ACCEPTED WITH OUR APPROVAL WITHIN 14 DAYS OF RECEIVING THE RUG
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About Us~
We are a proudly established 5th generation family business. Our ancestors were well known, reputable entrepreneurs of unique, one of a kind, handmade rugs.
We've made an imprint throughout the world in places like Europe, Asia, and the United States. Our expertise in the antique rug industry spans more than 40 years.
We've been catering to private clients and designers across the world, and now we're proud to say, we're completely digital.
Customer satisfaction is our number one priority. We want our clients to love their purchase as well as our service. We love communicating with you!
If you are looking for a specific color, size, or rug type, please feel free to reach out, and we will find you the perfect match.
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The Team at Designers Choice Rugs
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