Modern Flatweave Striped Ivory With Charcoal Wool Runner “Cairn” N12861 3'2" × 13'8" $3,000

Cairn turns the simple stripe into a quiet architectural statement, with broad horizontal bands of ivory, heathered gray, and charcoal brown arranged in a calm, repeating rhythm. The runner feels measured and grounded, its composition defined by generous negative space and crisp dark separators that sharpen each panel.

Woven in wool as a flatweave, it has a low, tailored hand with subtle shifts in texture from stripe to stripe. The surface reads softly tactile rather than ornate, allowing the neutral palette to do the work: warm ivory lightens the design, while the deeper brown-gray bands add weight and dimension without disturbing its restraint. The name Cairn is apt, since the layered stripes echo stacked stones and visually guide the eye down the length of the runner.

Casual in style yet exacting in construction, this modern runner brings order to hallways, galleries, kitchens, and other circulation spaces where a refined graphic presence is needed. It is an understated contemporary wool runner with lasting versatility.

Part of the curated collection at Doris Leslie Blau, this rug reflects the gallery's dedication to pairing traditional craftsmanship with contemporary design vision. DLB offers an expansive selection of modern rugs in a wide range of styles, materials, and price points, making exceptional carpet art accessible to designers and collectors alike.

This design is available as a bespoke rug in custom sizes and colors.