Deep charcoal-mole velvet with subtle vertical nap and near-black tonal shading

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Mark Alexander

Madison Mole

Name: Madison Mole
Brand: Mark Alexander

Madison Mole is a profoundly dark velvet with a near-black charcoal surface and a restrained mole-brown warmth beneath it. Subtle vertical changes in the pile give the plain ground quiet movement as the light shifts.

deep charcoal mole plain none luxe upholstery

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About this fabric

The shade reads as deep charcoal-mole, with a cool green-black cast in the darkest areas and a softer brown-grey lift across the nap. Its close, velvety surface shows fine directional variation rather than a printed motif, creating depth without pattern. As a velvet from Mark Alexander’s Timeless Velvets collection, it is especially suited to upholstery where this dark, enveloping tone can give furniture a substantial presence. No performance features are noted for this colourway.

How to use it

Use Madison Mole on a statement armchair, sofa or ottoman where its almost-black depth can anchor a room. Balance the shade with warm wood, aged brass and lighter woven fabrics so the subtle nap remains visible.

Pair this near-black charcoal-mole velvet with warm timber, aged metal and softly contrasting natural tones.

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