Red

Inspired by a section of Hope ll, this rug could be mistaken for a Chinese Art Deco piece. It's part of my exploration for a new style that can take the place of a traditional Oriental rug.

I manipulated the size and repetition of the elements and changed some of the colors. The gold ovals in the field create a gleaming surface. For a border, I used a typical Klimt scroll design in two levels and two colors of pure silk. This rug is a showstopper!

A version of this rug is on display in the 56th Street lobby of Metropolitan Tower in NYC.

• 25% New Zealand wool
• 75% natural silk
• 200 knots per sq.inch.
• Hand-knotted in Nepal
• Size: 6' x 9'