“Cendre” Contemporary Solid Light Gray Hand-Knotted Wool Runner N12524 3'8" × 8'1" $2,500

Cendre distills modern minimalism into a soft ash-gray field, where the beauty lies in its restraint rather than ornament. Hand-knotted in wool, the surface reads as a calm, solid-plane rug with faint tonal striation and a gently mottled hand that adds depth without breaking its clean silhouette.

The name Cendre, meaning ash, suits the rug’s light gray palette and its understated French-inflected elegance. With no border or medallion to interrupt the composition, this contemporary piece functions as an architectural ground—quiet, measured, and easy to layer beneath streamlined seating, edited bedrooms, or rooms that rely on texture instead of pattern.

Its low, even pile and nuanced gray-on-gray variation lend warmth to a modern rug vocabulary, balancing crisp interiors with a tactile, inviting feel. As a hand-knotted wool design, it offers the durability designers value in small rugs while preserving the refined softness expected from a polished, contemporary floor covering.

Curated by Doris Leslie Blau, this contemporary rug showcases the fusion of heritage techniques and modern aesthetics that defines the gallery's celebrated design philosophy. With a broad spectrum of styles and price points, DLB makes fine carpet art attainable for both seasoned collectors and first-time buyers.

Available for custom production in any size and color palette.