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The Highland Covenant: A Modern Turkish Kars Masterpiece of Tribal Heritage
$16,000
£12,099.83
€13,859.66
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About the Item
54036 New Modern Turkish Kars Rug, 12'07 x 16'03. This hand knotted modern Turkish Kars rug draws from the highland weaving traditions of eastern Anatolia, where rugs were conceived not as decoration, but as cultural statements. Kars carpets have long been admired for their bold structure and symbolic clarity, rooted in a frontier landscape shaped by endurance and ritual. This one-of-a-kind piece continues that legacy, offering a commanding presence designed for collectors who value authenticity, lineage, and strength of design.
The exceptional field is organized around a vertical procession of stacked medallions, each articulated with angular contours and internal detailing that suggest protection, continuity, and balance. These medallions act as visual anchors, establishing a steady rhythm across the surface while allowing space for scattered talismanic motifs—abstract forms believed to signify guardianship, fertility, and prosperity. The overall composition feels deliberate and ceremonial, echoing the language of historic Caucasian-influenced Kars weavings.
Surrounding the field, a powerful border frames the exclusive composition with a sequence of stylized figures and symbolic emblems. These motifs—often interpreted as abstracted animals, guardians, or ancestral forms—are arranged in a disciplined cadence, reinforcing the rug’s narrative quality. An outer meander encloses the design with a continuous protective motion, lending the entire piece a sense of enclosure and resolve.
What distinguishes this Kars rug is its unapologetic strength paired with refined execution. It is an extraordinary piece that does not whisper—it speaks with confidence earned through tradition. Ideal for interiors that demand substance and character, this exquisite work of art offers more than visual appeal; it delivers cultural gravity, quiet prestige, and the rare satisfaction of owning a masterwork that feels both timeless and resolutely grounded in its origins.
Abrash.
Hand knotted wool.
Made in Turkey.
Measures: 12'07 x 16'03.
Brand New. In-Stock.
- Dimensions:Width: 151 in (383.54 cm)Length: 195 in (495.3 cm)
- Style:Oushak (In the Style Of)
- Materials and Techniques:Wool,Hand-Knotted
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:Contemporary
- Production Type:New Custom(One of a Kind)
- Estimated Production Time:Available Now
- Condition:
- Seller Location:Dallas, TX
- Reference Number:Seller: 54036 New Modern Turkish Kars Rug, 12 07 x 16 031stDibs: LU942948085742
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