Antique Light-yellow Minimalist Dhurrie

08021
Period
Circa 1900
Origin
India
Materials
Cotton
Status
Available
Size
442 x 259 cm
14'6" x 8'6"

This antique minimalist cotton dhurrie exemplifies traditional flat-woven cotton carpets, known as dhurries, which were first mentioned in Mughal chronicles of the 15th century. Likely one of the earliest forms of floor covering, dhurries came in various formats to suit different purposes, from bed covers to prayer mats. Artisans in the northern region of Rajasthan, often working in local jails, produced most dhurries. These carpets were frequently commissioned for specific areas of the Maharaja’s palaces, often in massive dimensions.

This unique piece features a soft yellow minimalist pattern with centered medallion. The aquarel colour combination creates a center piece dhurrie with great character, capable of transforming a room into a space with a unique personality.

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