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No Reserve - Fine Vintage Hereke Silk and Metallic-Thread Rug, Turkey - 3 ft 7 in x 2 ft 7 in (1.09 - Curated collection of antique, vintage and modern rugs No Reserve - Fine Vintage Hereke Silk and Metallic-Thread Rug, Turkey Size: 3 ft 7 in x 2 ft 7 in (1.09 m x 0.78 m) Provenance: Property of New York Collector A finely woven Hereke rug incorporating silk and metallic thread, materials historically associated with luxury and ceremonial textile production. The reflective metallic details enliven the surface as the light changes, while the compact scale invites close examination of the weaver?s technical control. Founded as an imperial manufacturing center during the Ottoman period, Hereke became synonymous with exceptionally fine workshop carpets. Later examples vary considerably in quality, making the structure, fineness, materials and signature especially important in assessing an individual piece. Condition: Please contact our rug experts at auction@nazmiyal.com or call us for any questions you may have at 212.545.8029. Please note that all lots are sold ”AS IS. ” Condition reports are given as a courtesy to our clients and shall not be deemed as a guarantee of the lot's condition, quality, and authenticity. The absence of a condition report does not imply the item is in perfect condition. Dimensions: 43 x 31 x 0.5 in Weight: 16 lb