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Zeki Muren Distressed Turkish Sivas Rug with Modern Style

$549
£414.66
€479.23
CA$770.06
A$856.50
CHF 448.27
MX$10,446.48
NOK 5,632.73
SEK 5,298.31
DKK 3,576.98

About the Item

51898 Zeki Muren Distressed Turkish Sivas Rug, 02'07 x 04'08. A rare jewel of Anatolian artistry, this hand knotted wool distressed Zeki Müren vintage Turkish Sivas rug embodies the spirit of exclusivity, cultural prestige, and artistic daring. Zeki Müren—celebrated not only as Turkey’s most beloved cultural icon but also as a designer of bold innovation—infused his weaving commissions with the same avant-garde brilliance that defined his music, fashion, and presence. This rug, once conceived not as a mere furnishing but as an aesthetic statement, now carries the gravitas of history, prestige, and rarity. The field reveals a mesmerizing tessellation of stylized blossoms, each petal radiating with delicate hues of rose, sage, saffron, and faded indigo, softly muted through a timeworn distressed patina. The effect is nothing short of lyrical—an endless garden in bloom, suspended between the traditional floral richness of Sivas weaving and Müren’s modernist vision. The gentle abrasion of color enhances rather than diminishes its allure, elevating it into the rarefied realm of collectible art where imperfection becomes a marker of authenticity and heritage. Symbolically, the blooming rosettes speak to abundance, continuity, and renewal, while their repeated lattice arrangement reflects harmony and balance—qualities deeply embedded in both Anatolian culture and Müren’s aesthetic ethos. As a distressed vintage piece, it represents more than survival; it embodies resilience, carrying the dignity of age with elegance and grace, reminding us that true luxury is not transient but enduring. For the connoisseur who values artistry with soul, this Zeki Müren Sivas rug is more than an acquisition—it is a cultural heirloom. Scarce and irreplaceable, it bridges the legacy of Anatolian weaving with the visionary genius of a man who redefined Turkish modernity. In owning it, one joins an elite circle of custodians who preserve not just beauty, but history, meaning, and the intangible prestige of one of Turkey’s most iconic artistic legacies. Distressed. Desirable age wear. Abrash. Hand-knotted wool. Made in Turkey. Measures: 02'07 x 04'08. Date: 1960's. Mid-20th Century.
  • Similar to:
    Zeki Müren (Designer)
  • Dimensions:
    Width: 31 in (78.74 cm)Length: 56 in (142.24 cm)
  • Style:
    Arts and Crafts (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Wool,Hand-Knotted
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1960-1969
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Abrash. Desirable Age Wear.
  • Seller Location:
    Dallas, TX
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 51898 Vintage Turkish Sivas Rug 02'07 x 04'08 1stDibs: LU942920267642

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