Signed Vintage Evelyn Ackerman Tapestry Runner, “Queen” 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 elegant “Queen” of the pair, a visually harmonious counterpart to the King.

The design translates royal presence through a luminous palette dominated by saffron yellow and brilliant orange, punctuated by geometric pink and red accents that mirror the King's motifs.

The figure, with her simplified crown and sweeping silhouette, 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.

In contrast to her male counterpart, the Queen is rendered in tones that evoke sunlight and prosperity, holding a stylized scepter or vessel that represents grace and bounty. The abstract figure, signature to Ackerman’s hand, is a woven portrait of mid-century elegance, cementing its place in the history of Californian modern design.



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