The Curious Collection represents a special collaboration between the Ashmolean and Atlantic Mats. This unique collection is named in honor of the early days of the Ashmolean Museum, showcasing its development from a ‘cabinet of curiosities’ into one of the world’s most renowned museums of art and archaeology. The collection offers a glimpse into the history and dedication behind every exhibit found in this famous museum.
When you purchase an Ocean Mat from the Curious Collection, you support the museum's mission. Your contribution helps preserve precious resources globally by promoting sustainability. These mats are made from reused materials, ensuring that every doormat actively participates in environmental conservation efforts. This thoughtful approach links heritage with sustainability in a seamless way.
The museum exhibition often features collections that inspire this mixture of art, history, and environmental consciousness. Each Ocean Mat proudly represents this philosophy. They provide durable, attractive doormats crafted through an environmentally friendly process. This initiative encourages visitors and supporters to appreciate both culture and ecological responsibility in one experience.
The Unique Role of the Ashmolean
The Ashmolean continues to lead in preserving and presenting historical artifacts, with many items displayed in special exhibitions. These exhibitions highlight diverse art forms, archaeological finds, and cultural treasures. The museum’s commitment extends beyond exhibitions to innovative projects like the Curious Collection, which creatively link heritage with modern environmental concerns.
Doormats as Environmental Statements
Doormats from this collection are not only practical but also make a strong environmental statement. Crafted from recycled materials, these durable doormats signal an eco-friendly lifestyle. By choosing a doormat from this range, individuals actively reduce waste and support the reuse of valuable resources. This is more than a product; it is a step toward sustainable living backed by a historic institution.
Supporting Sustainable Practices
Atlantic Mats and the museum have partnered to ensure the production of these recycled doormats aligns with the highest environmental standards. The collaboration reflects a shared vision of protecting the planet while celebrating cultural heritage. When you select a mat from the collection, you contribute to this important work and embrace a greener future.
Bought this to add a nice touch to our lounge. It's a wonderful addition. I've also bought a number of the smaller mats to put else where! Love the quality, designs and what this brand stands for.
Bought this to add a nice touch to our lounge. It's a wonderful addition. I've also bought a number of the smaller mats to put else where! Love the quality, designs and what this brand stands for.
Recycled Rug - Antiqued Caption
James L
Great quality probably lasting a lifetime
Always appreciated the concept of recycling all the thousands of feet of used fishing trawler rope and these are magnificently woven! Super durable, totally functional and drain in wet conditions allowing for extended use in-place without mildew or mold common with rubber backed mats.
Charcoal Grey Outdoor Rope Doormat
Peter Wordsworth
Love these as much as the sea.
Love our new Atlantic mats RHS Bloom collection. They look great opening onto our garden and like many peope we are trying to do everything we can to reduce plastic waste and especially ocean plastics we are delighted that someone has designed a way to make these out of plastic recovered from the sea.
RHS Bloom Collection Ocean Mat Pathways
Amy HT
Astounding quality & beautiful mats
I am blown away by the quality of Atlantic mats. They are excellent at trapping dirt. The designs are the best on the market & the colours are vibrant & bold. Swift delivery too! I will be a returning customer.
Washable recycled Midnight Leaves recycled Ocean Mat
Jane
Exactly what I wanted
I love the eco credentials of this beautifully made mat which looks great, manages the paw prints and doesn’t slip.
Jali Screen Grey Curious Collection Ocean Mat Runner