Moldovan Kilim Rug - Unique piece 173/348
$3,090.00 CAD
Moldovan rugs are iconic artisanal works from Moldova, recognized for the richness of their floral motifs, especially roses. They hold a central place in the aesthetics of Moldovan rugs. A symbol of love, life, and prosperity, the rose brings both a decorative and spiritual dimension to these textile pieces. Traditionally, these rugs were often hung on the walls of homes, where they represented a sign of wealth, family prestige, and cultural heritage.
Dimensions: 173 cm x 348 cm — 5'7'' x 11'4''
Composition: 100% hand-knotted wool
Provenance: Moldova
The wool used comes mainly from Karakul sheep, renowned for the softness, resistance, and quality of its fiber. Hand-spun, it gives the rug a rich, warm, and durable texture.
Moldovan artisans traditionally use natural vegetable dyes, such as madder for reds, indigo for blues, or turmeric for yellows, thus creating deep, harmonious, and long-lasting colors.
The weaving of Moldovan rugs varies according to regions and workshops. The model presented here is made using the kilim technique, a flatweave that offers a lighter, more flexible, and reversible finish.
In Moldovan folklore, the rug holds a significant symbolic place. Associated with femininity, the home, and family transmission, it was often carefully crafted by the women of the house and passed down from generation to generation as a precious testimony to talent and artistic sense.