Hand-knotted in luxurious natural silk, this 6x9 contemporary rug from Rug & Kilim’s Block Print collection captures the rustic elegance of traditional stamping techniques through a highly sophisticated, textural lens. The piece champions a meticulous high-low pile that brings its botanical narrative to life.
On the Design:
Admirers of textile arts will find a profound reverence for artisanal craftsmanship within this contemporary rug. The design draws its inspiration from the historic block printing traditions of the hand-stamped textiles, translating the charming irregularities and crisp impressions of carved wooden blocks into a sumptuous, hand-knotted medium. The canvas is a striated, earthy taupe brown that evokes the organic warmth of natural parchment or bark, providing a grounding, atmospheric backdrop.
Against this rich foundation, an all-over repeating pattern of stylized botanical motifs—ranging from blossoming shrubs to majestic miniature trees; is rendered in a soft, luminous beige. Because the rug is hand-knotted entirely of natural silk, these motifs possess a breathtaking, dynamic sheen that catches the light and shifts elegantly from different vantage points in the room. This is a work of quiet, rhythmic beauty—a highly versatile and authoritative textile that brings a serene, woodland charm and an incredibly luxurious underfoot feel to contemporary and transitional interiors alike..
The accompanying book, Golden Light: The Interior Design of Nickey Kehoe by Todd Nickey and Amy Kehoe, is part of Volumes by Rug & Kilim. The book (SKU - B364) can be acquired independently through our bookstore, here.
Custom Capable:
All sizes and colors available—inquire for a quote.