Signed Vintage Evelyn Ackerman Tapestry Runner, “King” Pictorial - Rug & Kilim

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This 2x5 vintage pictorial tapestry is an exceptional mid-century curation in Rug & Kilim’s Tapestry & Collection Collection—one of a … Read more This 2x5 vintage pictorial tapestry is an exceptional mid-century curation in Rug & Kilim’s Tapestry & Collection Collection—one of a set of twin “King and Queen” runners, both made with handwoven wool in the United States toward the end of the 1950s.


On the Design:

This runner is the majestic “King” of the pair, a stunning embodiment of mid-century figural modernism.

The design translates royal stature through a sophisticated, yet vibrant, palette of saffron, fiery orange, and intense red, punctuated by graphic black and charming pink clover motifs.

The elongated, abstract figure, with its sharp lines and confident pose, stands as a testament to the fabulous quality of Evelyn Ackerman’s work.

The tapestry signifies the uniquely royal attitude of this period in the mid-century modern emphasis of figural works—a celebration of bold color and narrative simplicity that yielded some of the most rare and collectible pieces we know today.

The King's regalia, from his simplified crown to the stylized staff and flowing, symbolic robes, is rendered with a charming, almost cubist geometry.

This piece is not just a work of art; it is a cultural marker, having graced iconic mid-century interiors and cementing its place in the history of Californian modern design. It is a woven portrait of mid-century nobility.


Condition:

The set is presented in good vintage condition. While the 'King' tapestry exhibits subtle stretching, resulting in a minor distortion to its original shape, the overall integrity remains sound.

Condition is commensurate with age, showing minor discoloration and minimal scattered pulls to the hand-woven wool fibers. Both runners are available for purchase as a pair or as individual pieces upon request. See less