{"product_id":"vintage-overdyed-hallway-runner","title":"Vintage Overdyed Hallway Runner","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis handmade vintage runner with intentional low and zero pile finish is bewitching in it's colour combinations! It has come to life again with artisanal techniques of cutting, crafting and finishing the pile, but also in the re-dyeing (over-dyeing) with luxuriously intense saturated colours. The deep inky-aubergine tonalities for the main field and ground combined with a truly teal border are definitely showstopping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy is this Vintage Runner Artistically Unique?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis vintage runner rug is unique, as are all handmade pieces, but it has been revitalised and treated to have a new lease of artistic life as the form of an overdyed runner with spectacular colourations. Even more unique! An old runner that still has a robust cotton handwoven foundation and elements of pure wool pile (distressed and shaven) can still be enjoyed as a floor covering. It is truly vintage with a worn pile but now with a modern abstract vibe. This is magnificent runner as the choice of overdyeing colours are divine. Rich burgundy- aubergine in the main field with a border of teal hues.  Exquisite Prussian Blues and peacock teals are to be discovered in the border of this runner, as well as the spectral boteh and floral patterning that can still be enjoyed in remaining knots. The different height of pile and zero pile areas give an intriguing and unique texture, as well as visual interest. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is a Boteh Border Patterning?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLooking in the glorious peacock teal border you can discover a distinctive patterning of boteh motifs, also known as a paisley design. The boteh design is found throughout historical carpet and textiles and has many meanings and origins. See  below a useful image No.7 to see a detail of these captivating teal coloured floral boteh with a chiselled effect and contrasting background of a deep indigo-aubergine. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere to Place this Overdyed Runner\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis runner rug would be ideal to place in a hallway or corridor. It would certainly add a splash of colour, texture, gravitas, fun and vintage modernity to many diverse spaces.  A runner of this calibre would also work in a kitchen or near a kitchen island. If this runner is positioned on a hard wooden, marble or ceramic floors you may want to consider investing in one of our recommended underlays to prevent sliding and uneven wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Details:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCountry of Origin: Pakistan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 357 x 96cm \/ 11'9\" x 3'2\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThickness: 4-5mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePile: Wool, Handknotted, low to zero\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarp: Cotton\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAge: Vintage, distressed zero pile. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Oriental Rug Merchant Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58081590214987,"sku":"TORM-1314-VINTAGE OVERDYED HALLWAY RUNNER-357 X 96CM","price":809.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1070\/3113\/4539\/files\/Overdye-3.57x0.96m-MAIN.jpg?v=1786283285","url":"https:\/\/theorientalrugmerchant.co.uk\/products\/vintage-overdyed-hallway-runner","provider":"The Oriental Rug Merchant Ltd","version":"1.0","type":"link"}