Natural Silk, Wool
India
4'2" X 10'2" (1.27 m x 3.10 m)
Available: Shipping As Soon As Tomorrow
Rug & Kilim x Jenn Ski Beige Mid-Century Modern Rug with Geometric Pattern
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- Measurements: 4'2" x 10'2" ( 1.27 m x 3.10 m )
- Categories: Mid-Century Modern
- Classification: Geometric, Mid Century Modern
- Material: Natural Silk, Wool
- Origin: India
- SKU: 30657
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Stories from the Mid-Century Modern Collection
Essays, artist dialogues, and provenance notes drawn from Rug & Kilim’s editorial desk.
What Makes Tibetan Wool the Gold Standard for Custom Rugs
Every great rug begins long before the loom. It begins on the animal, in the place, in the particular conditions that made the fiber what it is. And among all the wools that have ever been spun into a carpet, few can rival the wool of the Tibetan highlands, a material whose superiority is not a matter of marketing but of altitude, climate, and the unhurried logic of the natural world. The sheep of the Tibetan plateau live at elevations that would defeat most living things, thin air, brutal cold, a growing season measured against a sky closer than it has any right to be. Nature's answer to that severity is the fleece. To survive the plateau, the animal must grow a wool of exceptional density and, crucially, of exceptional lanolin content; the natural oil that coats each fiber, repels water, resists soil, and lends the finished yarn a luster and resilience that lowland wools cannot approach. What is hardship for the animal is a gift to the weaver.
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The Evolution of Floral Motifs in Antique Rugs and Kilims: Mapping the Pomegranate, Tulip, and Carnation
Antique 17th Century French Beauvais Tapestry with Floral Vase - Rug & Kilim, NO. 36829 We had a tapestry acquisition unfolding itself in the studio a while ago. Josh and the team just stood there, silently admiring the way the light caught the threads. This was the Antique French Beauvais Tapestry (SKU 36829). It was handwoven in wool, with natural silk accents, circa 1700. When you look at something like that, you do not just see fabric. What you see is the garden of wool and dreams. The precise interlacing of the wefts gives a picture of a gigantic floral vase placed atop an architectural entablature. The botanical imagery is absolutely mesmerizing. There is so much wealth and mystery to it all.
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The Total Art: Vienna’s Century, From the Gold Frieze to the Contemporary Era
In the dining room of a banker's house in Brussels there is a wall of gold. Klimt designed it; the Stoclet Frieze, a tree of life branching across marble and enamel and coral, a dancer on one side and an embracing couple on the other, the couple a direct rehearsal for the painting the whole world would later know as The Kiss. But to stand in that room, were one ever permitted to, is to understand that the frieze is not the point of it. The point is that the frieze, the marble, the cutlery, the door handles, and the carpet underfoot were all conceived as a single object by a single mind. The Palais Stoclet, built by Josef Hoffmann between 1905 and 1911 and now sealed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is the most complete surviving statement of the idea that organised an entire Viennese century: the Gesamtkunstwerk, the total work of art, in which nothing; not the spoon, not the dress, not the floor, ranks below the painting on the wall.
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Robert Motherwell and MidCentury Modern Expressionist Art
The legacy of mid-century modernism continues to influence contemporary design, celebrating the creativity and optimism of a generation that looked to the future with hope and ambition. In the aftermath of World War II and amid the tensions of Cold War politics, design emerged as a crucial element in the reconstruction of economies and the redefinition of national identities. Governments, organizations, companies, and individuals sought to introduce modern design to a public that had endured years of deprivation and rationing since the 1930s Depression. The introduction of new materials and manufacturing processes, along with original forms and inventive imagery, created exciting new visions of domestic spaces and their furnishings. These innovations offered the possibility of a brighter future for everyone, fueling the optimism of the era.
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Belkis Balpinar and her Contributions to the Evolution of Modern Turkish Rugs and Kilims – “Art Kilim”
Belkıs Balpınar emphasizes that while many contemporary artists focus on the chaos and issues of the current world, she is drawn to exploring the essence of our being from a more universal perspective. BELKIS BALPINAR UN WEAVE April 26 – June 10, 2018 Istanbul Belkıs Balpınar's latest works are on show at the Anna Laudel Contemporary Gallery in Istanbul’s Karaköy district. Balpınar's fascination with micro and macro worlds is reflected in the names of her pieces, inspired by theoretical physics and experimentation with light. Her exhibition "Un-Weave" at Anna Laudel Contemporary featured new "unwoven parts" alongside a retrospective collection, showcasing her evolution from curator to creative practitioner. Balpınar considers her current work as artwork, emphasizing her transition from floor kilims to wall art.
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A Brief Introduction to Joan Miró and his European Tapestries
Joan Miró, a prominent Spanish artist, played a pivotal role in shaping avant-garde creations in the 20th century. His work seamlessly blended natural forms, linear markings, and vibrant colors, creating a distinctive visual language that set him apart in the art world. Miró's art often delved into themes related to the subconscious, the rekindling of childlike wonder, and a deep connection to his homeland. His diverse body of work encompassed collages, sculptures, and paintings, showcasing a rich array of artistic expressions. Influences from Cubism, Fauvism, and Expressionism were evident in his creations, and some of his works also bore characteristics reminiscent of naive art.
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R&K Image Studio
NEWThe R&K Image Studio is a new visual workspace designed to present the Rug & Kilim collection with clarity, restraint, and precision — in your space or any space you imagine.
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Mid-Century Modern
Natural Silk, Wool
India
4'2" X 10'2" (1.27 m x 3.10 m)
$5,800
Available: Shipping as Soon as Tomorrow
Rug & Kilim x Jenn Ski Beige Mid-Century Modern Rug with Geometric Pattern
"Josh and his team have supported my interior design work, as well as my personal projects, for over 20 years. Their inimitable combination of creativity, personal attention, professionalism and joie de vivre are irresistible."
— Claire Fleming Peters, Fleming Peters
- Measurements: 4'2" x 10'2" ( 1.27 m x 3.10 m )
- Categories: Mid-Century Modern
- Classification: Geometric, Mid Century Modern
- Material: Natural Silk, Wool
- Origin: India
- SKU: 30657
