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1930's Southwestern-Style Eye Dazzler Kilim Rug
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77765 Vintage Southwestern-Style Eye Dazzler Kilim Rug, 03'02 x 04'04. This stunning handwoven wool kilim rug is a vibrant example of the Eye Dazzler tradition within Southwestern-style textile design, renowned for its electrifying use of color and geometry. Bursting with bold reds, deep blacks, and creamy neutrals, this mid-20th century piece is set against a gently abrashed gray field that softens and deepens the contrast. With rhythmic precision and a kinetic sense of symmetry, the rug captures the energy of a weaving tradition shaped by innovation, resilience, and an abiding connection to the Southwestern landscape.
The composition centers on a series of serrated diamond and zigzag motifs—hallmarks of the Eye Dazzler style—each framed in black to heighten their clarity and dimensional impact. These sharply outlined forms pulse across the field in a sequence of alternating red and cream, creating a hypnotic rhythm that evokes motion and balance. The dazzling effect is heightened by the interplay of light and dark, as each diamond appears to shimmer and shift, drawing the viewer into a visual experience that is as meditative as it is dynamic.
Historically, Eye Dazzler kilims emerged during a period of creative transformation, when access to commercially dyed yarns opened new possibilities for color and complexity in Native American-inspired weaving. This style marked a departure from earlier earth-toned designs, embracing saturated hues and radiant symmetry that spoke to both cultural continuity and artistic experimentation. The Eye Dazzler aesthetic resonated widely for its visual vitality—mirroring the fiery sunsets, sacred landscapes, and spiritual intensity of the American Southwest.
More than a striking textile, this vintage Southwestern-style Eye Dazzler kilim is a celebration of artistry and cultural homage. Its vivid palette, geometric harmony, and meticulous handweaving reflect the enduring influence of Native American-inspired design traditions. Whether displayed as a wall hanging or laid in a curated interior, it serves as a bold focal point and a tactile expression of storytelling through pattern and color.
Rendered in variegated shades of gray, red, beige, coffee, greige, taupe, and cream with other accent colors.
Abrash.
Handwoven wool.
Made in America.
Measures: 03'02 x 04'04.
Date: 1930's. Early 20th Century.
- Dimensions:Width: 38 in (96.52 cm)Length: 52 in (132.08 cm)
- Style:Folk Art (In the Style Of)
- Materials and Techniques:Wool,Hand-Woven
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1930-1939
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Abrash.
- Seller Location:Dallas, TX
- Reference Number:Seller: 77765 Vintage Southwestern-Style Kilim Rug, 03'02 x 04'041stDibs: LU942924896582
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