Rug & Kilim's Modern Rug in Obscured Floral Columns on Chocolate Brown

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This 9x12 rug from the new line of the Modern Collection by Rug & Kilim is hand-knotted in a luxurious … Read more This 9x12 rug from the new line of the Modern Collection by Rug & Kilim is hand-knotted in a luxurious blend of wool and silk.

A central pattern of ivory floral motifs with hints of oxidized blue-green is dramatically and intentionally obscured by a monolithic overlay of deep chocolate brown, exemplifying a masterful twin-weave technique.

On the Design:

This dramatic rug is a commanding statement, embodying a sophisticated tension achieved through an immediate, unexpected approach to field and border structure.

Admirers of the craft will immediately notice the classic elements of a floral repeat and lattice pattern in the light-colored "ground".

This traditional foundation, rendered primarily in striking ivory and creamy white, is subtly layered with hints of muted, oxidized blue-green, hinting at the textile's complex history.

This delicate, textured ground is then subjected to a masterful technique of twin weaves. The dominant background and frame are formed by an entire, separate weave applied through and atop the patterned ground.

This overlay is a rich, saturated chocolate brown that interrupts and obscures the delicate traditional repeat.

The resulting visual contrast is profound: the sum look is a truly one-of-a-kind marriage of the more comfortable, traditional repeat with the attitude of an abstract design.

The bold deconstruction is enhanced by striae of deep beige-brown tones within the dark field; this textural element is not distress, but an incredibly subtle feature of the layered weave itself.

This mastery of craft requires a keen eye and a very meticulous approach, creating a truly unique look where juxtaposition has never looked so complementary, intentional, and natural.

While bold in its concept, the overall presence is quite soothing and comfortable in its smart use of rich, old-world hues, another hallmark of the master weaver behind this exciting new collection. See less