Woven Masterpiece Starry Night Supports Dubai Cares

Inspired by Dutch painter and the current Van Gogh Alive Art Exhibition at d3, Samovar Carpets, 6IX Degrees Entertainment and Wool & Silk Rugs have teamed up to create a hand-knotted carpet, inspired by one of his most famed paintings. The original oil canvas depicts the view from the east-facing window of Gogh’s asylum room, located in Saint-Rémy-de-Provence and has been in the permanent collection of the Museum of Modern Art in New York City since 1941.

Showing at Van Gogh Alive – The Experience in d3, Dubai, The Starry Night Carpet was woven using with the finest Tibetan wool & Chinese silk and handmade by Nepal’s most skilful weavers using traditional techniques of Tibetan carpet weaving. Taking over three months to create by multi award winning designer, Erbil Tezcan, the masterpiece will be auctioned off and all the proceeds will be donated to Dubai Cares, to be used towards education programs in developing countries in a silent auction.

“It’s fascinating to see that Van Gogh’s legacy still lives on as he continues to inspire creatives around the world. Bringing such a unique piece to the region is a real honour and we’re proud to be partnering with Samovar and Dubai Cares” Jessica Zuell, Operations Director at 6ix Degrees Entertainment.

With a starting price of 35,000 AED the silent auction ends on 23rd April, 2018 and bids can be placed by visiting www.onlineauction.ae/. In the remaining four weeks, Van Gogh Alive – The Experience visitors have the unique opportunity to experience his artistry and truly venture into his world.

Prices: Adults: AED70 Kids: AED65 (up to 16 years)

Student discount: AED65 (any age, with student card)

When: Dubai, 11th March to 23rd April

Where: Dubai Design District

Tickets purchased through: Platinum List, Virgin Megastore, Dubai Calendar app