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79336 Vintage Oaxacan Zapotec Kilim Table Runner, 00'08 x 04'08. Imbued with ancestral spirit and woven in the highland looms of Oaxaca, this handwoven wool Zapotec kilim table runner is a rarefied expression of indigenous heritage and contemporary prestige. With its rhythmic composition of crimson diamonds and obsidian-black stepped motifs, this piece channels the sacred geometry of Mesoamerican cosmology—each form echoing the cardinal directions and cosmic balance that guided Zapotec civilization. Rendered in naturally dyed wool, its palette—bold red, midnight black, and bone white—is as enduring as the myths from which it was born.
Every woven line whispers of the artisan’s silent discipline, passed down through generations in the mountain pueblos of Teotitlán del Valle. The tactile weight of the wool, the exacting symmetry, and the intricate serrated edging are more than decorative—they are the language of lineage. This isn’t simply a textile; it is a visual invocation of sacred design, an exclusive reverence that honors both time and place. The red symbolizes life and ceremonial fire, the black denotes the earth and mystery, and the ivory recalls the morning mist that settles over ancient Zapotec temples.
Ideal as a luxurious table runner, wall accent, or layered textile in curated interiors, this Oaxacan masterpiece brings gravitas to organic modern, eclectic, or global design narratives. It is not mass-made—it is born of ritual and rebellion, a testament to the artistry of indigenous weavers who refuse to let culture dissolve into anonymity. For the discerning collector, this exquisite work of art offers symbolic value and social good in equal measure—supporting sustainable artisan economies while bringing soul and sophistication to your space.
This is more than a decorative object—it is an heirloom in waiting, an artifact of spirit, scarcity, and sophistication. To own it is to possess a living piece of cultural cachet—a textile that transcends trend and speaks in the timeless voice of the mountain loom.
Abrash.
Handwoven wool.
Made in Mexico.
Measures: 00'08 x 04'08.
Pile Height: 0.18 of an inch.
Date: 1970's. Late 20th Century.
- Dimensions:Width: 8 in (20.32 cm)Length: 56 in (142.24 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: 79336 Vintage Oaxacan Zapotec Kilim Runner, 00 08 x 04 081stDibs: LU942947138152
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