Turkish Hereke Silk Rug

Hereke has a reputation for producing the finest silk rugs in the world. It is one of the most important weaving centres of Turkey. In the Nineteenth Century the Sultan ordered the first looms in Hereke for the making of exceptional carpets for the palaces and other dignitaries. Each knot in the rug has been predetermined by artists. Often there is a small signature inscription on one corner. Typically, these rugs have around a million knots per square metre. The flowers in this one convey a sense of absolute precision with an exceptional use of colour

About Hakieme Rug Gallery

Said Nasim Hakiemie has spent more than 30 years immersed in the world of antique oriental carpets, having begun working as a restorer as a young child growing up in Iran.

Working as a dealer in the Netherlands for 10 years before moving to London in 2012, Nasim developed many long-established international contacts and he now travels frequently around Europe sourcing pieces from high end collectibles to tribal and contemporary rugs.

Nasim has an exceptional eye and a wealth of knowledge about both antique and contemporary rugs and carpets and works hard to offer beautiful pieces of high quality to his clients. He also offers a full range of services to his clients, which includes professional cleaning and restoration.

Nasim now works from his new showroom in Weybridge, where he welcomes private clients as well as collectors, dealers and those working in the design and interiors industry to come and view his vast collection.

Care & Information

• Turkish Hereke Silk Rug
• 90 x 63 cm
• Silk
• 1940's