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A Rarefied Whisper of Time: Vintage Overdyed Turkish Rug in Lavender Twilight
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About the Item
60784 Vintage Turkish Overdyed Rug, 09’06 x 12’10. An exquisite convergence of timeworn elegance and contemporary flair, this antique Turkish overdyed rug is a true connoisseur’s treasure—crafted for those who recognize rarity not only by its age, but by its artistic soul. Painstakingly hand-knotted in wool, its once-traditional motifs now softly blur into a hauntingly beautiful abstraction, reborn through the artisanal process of over-dyeing. Washed in an ethereal lavender mist and muted slate, the palette breathes new life into the classical design, evoking the faded grandeur of a French château’s salon or a palatial Ottoman courtyard touched by twilight.
At its core, an elaborate lobed medallion emerges like a memory—part damask, part architectural filigree—floating upon a sea of atmospheric texture. The ghostly ornamentation reveals Rococo-inspired scrolls, botanical flourishes, and remnants of floral arabesques, veiled beneath layers of age-worn patina. This haunting interplay between what was and what remains offers a rare kind of visual poetry, rich with mystery, depth, and the patina of prestige. This is not merely a rug—it is a story in silk and shadow, a canvas of faded opulence.
The low-shorn pile and distressed texture contribute to its refined industrial edge, allowing the interplay of light and texture to dance with a restrained elegance. It is this tactile tactility—this balance of softness and strength—that makes it a compelling centerpiece for interiors that favor the curated over the commercial. Whether grounded in a Parisian loft or layered beneath a collector’s gallery in New York, this piece channels quiet grandeur with every thread.
For the elite curator, the aesthete, or the tastemaker in search of meaningful provenance, this overdyed Turkish masterpiece transcends trend to become a legacy piece. Imbued with soul and softened by time, it bridges the past and present with whispered grace. Owning it is not simply a matter of taste—it is a statement of cultural fluency, artistic discernment, and timeless luxury.
Rendered in variegated shades of lavender, tan, ecru, champagne, beige, sand, pistachio, stone gray and charcoal with other accent colors.
It is a two-layer rug featuring a high and low pile.
Artist hand-carves design into the rug. Texture Area Rug.
Distressed. Desirable Age Wear. Antique Wash. Overdyed.
Abrash.
Hand-knotted wool.
Made in Turkey.
Measures: 09'06 x 12'10.
Date: 1960s. Mid-20th Century.
Perfect for a great room, wine cellar, executive suite, conservatory, state room, royal suite, hotel lobby, music room, living room, dining room, drawing room, private library, billiards room, clubhouse, large home office, master retreat, private Chambers, studio, study, loft, lounge, entertainment parlor, trophy room, large bedroom, or formal sitting room. Well-suited for a wide range of interior styles: French Country, Bohemian, Chippendale, Feminine Industrial, boho chic, Shabby Chic, Memphis Design, Postmodern, Art Moderne, Retro, Contemporary, Regency, Urban, Venetian, Medieval, Abstract Expressionist, Romantic, Renaissance, Mid-Century Modern, Modern, Arabian, Neoclassic, and Eclectic.
- Dimensions:Width: 114 in (289.56 cm)Length: 154 in (391.16 cm)
- Style:Industrial (In the Style Of)
- Materials and Techniques:Wool,Hand-Knotted
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1960-1969
- Condition:Additions or alterations made to the original: Artist hand-carves design into the rug. Abrash. Antique Wash. Overdyed. High and Low Texture Rug. Wear consistent with age and use. Artist hand-carves design into the rug. Abrash. Antique Wash. Overdyed. High and Low Texture Rug.
- Seller Location:Dallas, TX
- Reference Number:Seller: 60784 Vintage Turkish Overdyed Rug, 09'06 x 12'101stDibs: LU942911947643
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