Seletti Burnt Carpet Rug 80x120 cm

The Burnt Carpet Freedom rug by Seletti is a striking work of wearable art, born from the creative vision of Italian artist Loredana Longo. Part of her acclaimed CARPET series, this piece transforms the traditional elegance of an oriental-style rug into a powerful canvas for reflection, using fire as both medium and message.

Longo, known for her distinctive "aesthetics of destruction," burns the words of influential Western political leaders directly onto the rug's surface, creating a provocative collection of aphorisms that merge visual beauty with social commentary. Fire, an element central to rites and beliefs across cultures and religions throughout history, becomes here an instrument of expression rather than mere destruction, giving new life and meaning to the fabric it touches.

Crafted in recycled PET, the Burnt Carpet Freedom measures 80x120 cm, making it a versatile size for entryways, living spaces, or as a statement accent piece within a curated interior. Its scorched patterns and textural contrasts make each rug a singular, almost sculptural object, blurring the line between functional decor and contemporary art installation.

This piece reflects Loredana Longo's broader artistic practice, which spans installations, sculpture, performance, and video, always exploring themes of destruction, reconstruction, and socio-political tension. Bringing the Burnt Carpet Freedom into your home means embracing a design that challenges convention while adding a bold, narrative-driven layer to your interior design.