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Obsidian Rhythm: A Vintage Zapotec Kilim of Primal Elegance
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79335 Vintage Oaxacan Zapotec Kilim Rug, 02'00 x 03'03. Bold, commanding, and unapologetically modern in its graphic appeal, this handwoven wool vintage Zapotec kilim rug is a powerful embodiment of ancestral memory and design sophistication. Crafted in the sacred valleys of Oaxaca by master weavers of Zapotec lineage, its stepped diamonds and lightning-like zigzags evoke the very geometry of ancient temples and mountain spirits. The crimson red diamonds, shaded with an ombré effect, appear to pulse with energy—each one a visual drumbeat of cultural continuity.
Woven using traditional backstrap looms, this one-of-a-kind piece is far more than a kilim; it is a meditation in wool, dyed with vegetal tones and bound by the philosophies of time, cosmos, and symmetry. The interplay of black, ivory, gray, and ember red ignites a stark contrast, echoing the volcanic earth and obsidian stone of its highland origins. The serrated motifs—reminiscent of protective mountains and lightning bolts—carry symbolic value: evoking resilience, clarity, and the transformative force of nature.
Possessing an elite cultural pedigree, Zapotec kilims like this are coveted by global tastemakers and design visionaries alike, from contemporary collectors to haute interior ateliers. With its sharply defined lines and dramatic palette, this exquisite work of art would be at home in a Jean-Michel Frank salon, a Tadao Ando residence, or a minimalist penthouse seeking a burst of primal vitality. Its scarcity, entirely handwoven in limited quantities, renders it a work of living history—an investment in cultural stewardship and aesthetic gravitas.
This Oaxacan masterpiece is not merely decorative—it is a declaration. A sacred geometry woven into form, honoring ancient symbolism while aligning effortlessly with today’s most discerning and design-forward interiors. Owning this rug is not just acquiring a textile—it is acquiring the soul of Oaxaca, and with it, a story worth telling for generations.
Abrash.
Handwoven wool.
Made in Mexico.
Measures: 02'00 x 03'03.
Pile Height: 0.10 of an inch.
Date: 1990's. Late 20th Century.
- Dimensions:Width: 24 in (60.96 cm)Length: 39 in (99.06 cm)
- Style:Mid-Century Modern (In the Style Of)
- Materials and Techniques:Wool,Hand-Woven
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1990-1999
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Abrash.
- Seller Location:Dallas, TX
- Reference Number:Seller: 79335 Vintage Oaxacan Zapotec Kilim Rug, 02 00 x 03 031stDibs: LU942947137972
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