Archival Textile No. 109: A large vintage Peruvian Frazada rug featuring a terracotta and lavender diamond weave. This one-of-a-kind hand-loomed wool rug is shown on a white background, highlighting its rare scalloped crochet edge and central union seam.
Archival Textile No. 109: An expansive large vintage Peruvian Frazada rug featuring a rhythmic all-over diamond pattern in a refined terracotta, violet, and coral gradient. The one-of-a-kind hand-loomed wool textile is shown on a white background, highlighting its traditional central union seam and complex iconographic density, suitable for Wabi-Sabi or modern architectural decor
Archival Textile No. 109: A large vintage Peruvian Frazada rug featuring a terracotta and lavender diamond weave. This one-of-a-kind hand-loomed wool rug is shown on a white background, highlighting its rare scalloped crochet edge and central union seam. Archival Textile No. 109: An expansive large vintage Peruvian Frazada rug featuring a rhythmic all-over diamond pattern in a refined terracotta, violet, and coral gradient. The one-of-a-kind hand-loomed wool textile is shown on a white background, highlighting its traditional central union seam and complex iconographic density, suitable for Wabi-Sabi or modern architectural decor

Archival Textile No. 109 | A Study in Chromatic Gradients


Vintage Frazada
Frazada Rug

$ 290

Only 1 piece in stock!

Archive Acquisition Rationale: No. 109 was admitted into the archive for its rare combination of monumental scale and technical complexity. To maintain a perfectly repeating diamond motif over a five-foot width requires immense mastery of the loom. The preservation of the lavender and coral pigments—colors that are highly susceptible to fading—makes this an exceptionally rare mid-century find.

The Archive Note: Originally engineered as a heavy-duty thermal barrier for high-altitude Andean winters, this one-of-a-kind area rug has transitioned from a rugged utility object to a refined interior specimen. Its status is marked by an heirloom patina—a softening of the hand-spun sheep wool achieved through decades of authentic use. The central union seam serves as a physical record of the weaver’s body, marking the human-scale limits of the traditional backstrap loom.

Condition Assessment: Archive-preserved vintage condition. Structural integrity is exceptionally intact, featuring a meticulously preserved scalloped crochet binding around the entire perimeter. Tonal variations are consistent with an authentic mid-century provenance and natural fiber aging.

Curator’s Notes:

  • Technical Achievement: Selected for the rare, full-field diamond motif, a labor-intensive process reserved for high-status textiles.

  • Pigment Rarity: Features an unusually preserved lavender and coral register, offering a "warm-cool" balance ideal for modern interior palettes.

  • Architectural Presence: Given its scale and technical detail, this piece is best utilized as a central area rug or as a monumental vertical installation.

Technical Specifications:

  • Classification: Vintage Andean Textile / Large Terracotta Area Rug

  • Dimensions: 70" x 61" (178 cm x 155 cm)

  • Material: 100% High-Altitude Hand-Spun Peruvian Sheep Wool

  • Construction: Double-Panel Backstrap Loom

  • Origin: Cusco Highlands, Peru | Mid–Late 20th Century

Care & Conservation: As a high-integrity, hand-spun wool object, No. 109 is naturally soil-resistant. For archival maintenance, we recommend periodic airing in indirect sunlight and professional dry cleaning only if necessary. Avoid high-suction vacuuming to preserve the delicate heritage weaving and hand-joined seams.

Recommended Companion Objects: To complement the sunset tones of No. 109, we recommend pairing with honed travertine, matte copper, or natural linen textures. The terracotta and lavender perform exceptionally well in rooms with high natural light and neutral, architectural finishes.

Provenance & Stewardship: Sourced through long-standing relationships with indigenous weaving families across the Peruvian highlands. These acquisitions contribute to the continued preservation of regional weaving traditions.

 

 

 

 

 

Due to the nature of these one of a kind vintage textile they are sold as it is, no refunds on any vintage product.

 

 

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