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Stories from the Paisley Archive
Essays, artist dialogues, and provenance notes drawn from Rug & Kilim’s editorial desk.
Rug & Kilim’s Featured Projects of 2024
As a new year begins and Rug & Kilim looks back at the many works that shaped our portfolio in 2024, we highlight 12 projects that stand apart for their singular vision, as well as three particularly special commissions that merit recognition for pushing the boundaries of what's possible in contemporary textile arts. Through these 12 twelve months of remarkable collaborations, we've witnessed how textile arts can transform spaces while honoring their inherent character. From Tribeca lofts to English country houses, from Miami's oceanfront to Manhattan's historic townhouses, each project demonstrates that exceptional design transcends mere decoration to become an essential narrative element.
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Rug & Kilim’s Block Print Collection: A 17th Century Tradition Reimagined
As seen in Veranda Magazine, September/October 2024. Reprinted with permission of Hearst Magazine Media, Inc. Photography by Xavier Béjot. Reprinted with permission of Hearst Magazine Media, Inc. “Superstars of the Silk Road” As seen in Veranda Magazine, September/October 2024. Reprinted with permission of Hearst Magazine Media, Inc. Photography by Becky Luigart-Stayner (@sunnyhousestudio). Produced by Sara Clark (@saraellisclark). Reprinted with permission of Hearst Magazine Media, Inc. In the history of textile design, few techniques can boast the rich heritage and enduring appeal of block printing. This ancient craft, which has graced fabrics for millennia, is experiencing a renaissance in the realm of luxury floor coverings. At the forefront of this revival is our latest collection, which marries time-honored traditions with contemporary flair, echoing the timeless elegance as that of Hermès scarves and the bold geometrics of Yves Saint Laurent's Mondrian dress.
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A Comprehensive Collectors’ Guide to Antique and Vintage Persian Rugs
The legacy of Persian rugs stretches back millennia, with historical references dating to the 4th century B.C. Xenophon, the Greek historian, marveled at the "soft rugs on which the Persians sit," marking one of the earliest recorded appreciations of these masterpieces. Explore More >> Persian rugs, with their rich history have long been revered as the pinnacle of floor covering artistry. These exquisite textiles, steeped in centuries of tradition, continue to captivate collectors, designers, and connoisseurs worldwide, gracing the most prestigious spaces from opulent palaces to renowned museums. This ancient craft has evolved over centuries, with each era contributing to the styles and techniques that define Persian rugs today.
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Ikat Textiles and Rugs – A Profile on History, Styles, Patterns and Weaving
The art of ikat weaving spans centuries and continents, producing textiles that range from intricately detailed to boldly abstract. Its blurred, feathered, or jagged patterns can be found across diverse regions—from Japan in the east to Central and South America in the west, encompassing vast areas of Southeast Asia, India, Central Asia, and the Middle East in between. These patterns continue to hold deep cultural significance in the traditional ikat-weaving communities, resonating with historical narratives and societal values. Ikat Samples from our Archive. Shop our 'Ikat' full pieces here >>
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Rug & Kilim Abroad – “Nomad” Exhibition 2024: The Art of Tribal Weavers Across Borders from Anatolia to Tibet, New Delhi, India
“The more we learn, the less we think we know.” Abiding by this principle, for us at Rug & Kilim, every opportunity becomes a reason to learn more about different rugs and designs. A winter February weekend became one such opportunity for our Editorial’s Bhavna Dahiya to visit the “Nomad Exhibition” organized in New Delhi at the National Crafts Museum, from 30th January 2024 to 12th February 2024. “Nomad”, an extraordinary exhibition showcasing textiles like rugs and kilims (gelims) from the 19th and 20th centuries, exemplifies this line. Curated from the personal collection of Textile Connoisseurs and Founders of “Shades of India” Mandeep and David Housego, these remarkable pieces originate from the expansive regions of Turkey and Turkestan. Each rug, Kilim (or “gelim” in the original Persian), horse blanket and saddlebag exhibited tells a story of nomadic tribes traversing vast landscapes, herding their flocks from lowlands to high mountain pastures. Being resilient and portable, tribal rugs are synonymous with a nomadic life, carrying stories on their woven backs. With their contemporary design sensibility, these hand-spun and hand-woven treasures defy the constraints of time.
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A Brief Introduction to Rugs with All Over Patterns
Above, a dining room by Benjamin Deaton Interior Design features our Scandinavian Kilim with a geometric all over pattern. Photo courtesy of Benjamin Deaton Interior Design. All-over rugs refer to rugs that feature a single, continuous pattern throughout the entirety of the rug. The term is simple, yet synonymous with some of the finest handmade rugs and Kilims in history. Rugs with all over patterns are among some of the most intricate and finely detailed in any provenance. Many antique rugs and Kilims with all over patterns represent a weaver who wished to exhibit their skill. Paisley rugs are a key example, where one often sees the paisley motif repeat in finely detailed rows. The deft hand it takes to achieve the look was a chance to impress other weavers and would-be patrons.
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