This 12x14 vintage Dhurrie rug is an exciting new curation from Rug & Kilim’s latest acquisition of rare and exemplary mid-century flatweaves of the same style. Handwoven in wool, it originates from India circa 1950-1960. On the Design: Enclosed within a rich gold border, this vintage flatweave features a delicious teal blue field with small geometric patterns in beige and gold tones. Keen eyes will further admire the subtle look of abrashed patina and striation within the field—an intricate and thoughtful revival of the classic look of Kilims and similar pieces brought to a more livable, modern quality. This is a collectible piece, and a work of welcoming presence and smart balance alike, with vast design applications for many spaces today.Condition: This vintage Dhurrie kilim has good condition for its age and origin.

The authentic styles of traditional oriental masterpieces are recreated here, reflecting an ageless beauty in the presentation of these fine traditional hand-knotted rugs. Each piece is unique in representing carpets of a bygone age. The wool is from a mixture of native Indian wool and New Zealand wool. The wool in these rugs retains its natural lanolin, which one can feel by hand, in the pile.

This area rug is based on antique oriental rug design but uses a contemporary color palette. The main characteristic of this piece is the noticeable abrash (color change), a new technique of weaving between two color hues, which imparts an antique look. Handmade in China with a very high knot count of approximately 240 knots per square inch, and using only the finest wools from New Zealand and Mongolia, the result is the character of an heirloom rug with the resilience of a new one.

Specific aspects of colors and designs have been incorporated in this high-quality collection of timeless classic designs, hand-knotted in India. The wool used is a mixture of Mongolian and New Zealand wool. These lustrous wools come from sheep's wool with a high content of lanolin. This improves resiliency and therefore the quality of the carpet. The knotting system used is the sense knot. The results are a sharpness of design seen in the intricate patterns, combined with an overall look of quality.

Bringing style and good design to life. Expertly handwoven with handspun "Gazni" wool. Gazni wool is from sheep that live in the mountainous area of Afghanistan that borders into northern Pakistan. It is a thick yarn with a high content of lanolin resulting in a sturdy yet soft texture. Placed in a wide variety of room settings they will bring a sumptuous look and feel to the area.

With understated palettes and all-over designs, these rugs in the Mogul collection will bring timeless sophistication to any room. Influenced by a spectrum of Turkish, Indian, and Persian designs, our artisans who hand-knotted these wool rugs imbue craftsmanship and enduring traditions into every piece.