Moldovan kilim rug - Unique piece 253/155
$2,030.00 CAD
Moldovan rugs are iconic artisanal works from Moldova, recognized for their rich floral patterns, 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 house walls, where they represented a sign of wealth, family prestige, and cultural heritage.
Dimensions: 253 cm x 155 cm — 8'3'' x 5'
Composition: 100% hand-knotted wool
Provenance: Moldova
The wool used primarily comes from the Karakul sheep, renowned for the softness, resilience, 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, thereby creating deep, harmonious, and long-lasting colors.
In Moldovan folklore, the rug holds significant symbolic importance. Associated with femininity, the home, and family transmission, it was often meticulously crafted by the women of the house and passed down from generation to generation as a precious testament to talent and artistic sense.