This rug collection is inspired by the contemporary psychedelic artwork of artist Rex Ray

Understorey, a bespoke rug workshop handcrafted by master weavers in Jaipur, has recently launched a collection of signature hand-knotted rugs inspired by the contemporary psychedelic artwork of artist Rex Ray. The collection is produced in collaboration with Rex Ray’s oeuvre which includes an intricate blend of xerography, woodblock printing, mixed media and his genius for transforming parabolic shapes and abstract patterns into vibrant tapestries of colour. Precision-crafted by skilled artisans, each rug embodies the vibrant energy and abstract patterns synonymous with Rex Ray’s work.

“My father came across Rex Ray’s work by chance, during his research. He was fascinated by Ray’s avant-garde art and decided to create a rug and send it as a gift. Ray liked how his work, from art on the wall, transformed into art on the floor and decided to give the rights to us and the Samad brothers,” says Rahul Kapoor, co-founder of Understorey.

The Rex Ray Collection “It’s not just about the rugs, it’s about the alchemy that happens when two creative worlds collide. Drawing inspiration from mid-century modernism, Dadaism, and Pop Art, these rugs are a living testament to the intersection of creativity and craftsmanship.”The Rex Ray Collection “It is a metamorphosis of Rex Ray’s work in our bespoke rug collections, bridging the gap between art and craft. We use premium quality pure wool and a wide colour palette ranging from white to oranges, purples, blues and browns,” Rahul informs us.

The collection is an ode to contemporary art transformed into vibrant tapestries. A deep connection with one of Rex’s masterpieces inspired the creation of this collection, a unique synthesis of textile art and craft, a visual ode to Rex Ray’s artistic ethos. “We worked closely with our skilled artisans at Understorey to reimagine Rex’s artistic expression. We blended traditional craftsmanship with his avant-garde designs. The collection reimagines each parabolic shape and abstract motif, representing a story of the artistic spirit of our rugs. We have meticulously translated his vibrant and imaginative world onto each rug through centuries-old weaving and knotting techniques, ensuring that each rug is a true canvas of his splendid artistry,” shares Rahul.

Marvel at the fascinating teardrop-shaped weaves that cascade from top to bottom Labyrinthreminiscent of pearls hanging from a thread, transposed into the fabric of this carpet. Dominated by elegant black, blue and red hues, the Labyrinth bursts with vibrant pops of white, orange, purple and blue, creating a visual vibrancy that transforms any space. Celestial The rug came to life with bright, unadorned colors. Imagine radiant abstracts of leaves hanging elegantly from vibrant ropes and others shimmering with flowers, all carefully highlighted with their knotting expertise.

“The rugs from our collaboration with Rex Ray Studios are versatile and feature a dynamic kaleidoscopic design, breathing new life into your homes with bursts of color. Labyrinth The rug is a living masterpiece that can be used in the living room. It will serve as a dynamic focal point that will spark engaging conversations and add a playful element to your space. Our rugs can be used as floor coverings and as intriguing wall art to enhance your living space by infusing vibrancy,” says Rahul.

The price starts at Rs 3,250 per sq. ft.

Available online.

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