This traditional Chinese carpet features a sparse field decorated with bouquets, potted flowers and reversed corner spandrels that include a charming teahouse and  More »

This traditional Chinese carpet features a sparse field decorated with bouquets, potted flowers and reversed corner spandrels that include a charming teahouse and landscape scene alternating with colorful flowers and blossom-laden branches. The elegant border design includes a variety of potted flowers and bouquets, including tall lotus-blossom motifs connected by stylized inflorescences and branching vines emanating from a traditional vase. Arching candelabra-style bouquets decorated with a variety of flowering branches breach the border boundary and enhance this exceptional Chinese carpet. Style: Chinese Origin: China Size: 9. ft 05 in x 11 ft 06 in (2.87 m x 3.51 m)   « Less

Antique Persian Kerman Rug, late nineteenth century - Classical Persian elegance abounds on this lavish antique Kerman. Arabesque quatrefoils in soft blue alternate with  More »

Antique Persian Kerman Rug, late nineteenth century - Classical Persian elegance abounds on this lavish antique Kerman. Arabesque quatrefoils in soft blue alternate with eight-lobed medallions silhouetted in black, all against a pale cream ground. Rich vinescroll detailing abounds within all the intervening spaces, imparting a lush decorative texture to the field design that echoes throughout the border system as well. A masterpiece in the tradition of the greatest Persian carpets. Style: Kerman Origin: Persia Size: 17 ft 08 in x 21 ft (5.38 m x 6.40 m)   « Less

Style: Swedish Kilim Origin: Scandinavia Size: 8. ft 06 in x 11 ft 06 in (2.59 m x 3.51 m)

Style: Swedish Kilim Origin: Scandinavia Size: 8. ft 06 in x 11 ft 06 in (2.59 m x 3.51 m)   « Less

Vibrant swaned gardens trickle over a bed of lava. Scorched colors evoke pillars of fire from this amazing, unique piece. With colors atypical to Sultanabad designs, this  More »

Vibrant swaned gardens trickle over a bed of lava. Scorched colors evoke pillars of fire from this amazing, unique piece. With colors atypical to Sultanabad designs, this antique rug is both an amazing work of art and easily compliments any room with a rich elegance. Style: Sultanabad Origin: Persia Size: 8. ft x 11 ft 06 in (2.44 m x 3.51 m)   « Less

Antique Kerman, Persia, late nineteenth centuryKerman carpets are famed for their lavish ornamental sensibility and fidelity to classical Persian tradition, as this example  More »

Antique Kerman, Persia, late nineteenth centuryKerman carpets are famed for their lavish ornamental sensibility and fidelity to classical Persian tradition, as this example illustrates so well. The field consists of a sinuous allover design made up by quatrefoil, circular, and ogival cartouches, each of which has another complex pattern within it. The areas between the cartouches are filled with a swarm of writing vines, leaves, and flowers so closely arranged that the dark background appears as little more than an accenting outline. The main border has a classic Persian design of oblong cartouches in arranged in series. Despite the richness of the detail, the coloration is soft and delicate, making this first-rate decorative carpet. Style: Kerman Origin: Persia Size: 13 ft 04 in x 21 ft 06 in (4.06 m x 6.55 m)   « Less

Antique Khorassan, Persia, circa 1890. A complex reciprocal design of shield medallions repeating in horizontal rows spreads gracefully across the field of this stately  More »

Antique Khorassan, Persia, circa 1890. A complex reciprocal design of shield medallions repeating in horizontal rows spreads gracefully across the field of this stately antique Khorassan. Each the shields has a small tree within it, while the use of red and gold ground color creates diagonal effects throughout the design. The corresponding forms defined by the shields are filled with flowering shrub patterns against a uniform blue ground that barely shows through. A leafy vinescroll border main border provides a striking contrast in design, although it is mollified by minor borders that transition back into the tonality and pattern of the field. Though essentially a decorative carpet, there is considerable interest and complexity here beneath the surface Style: Khorassan Origin: Persia Size: 13 ft 02 in x 21 ft 07 in (4.01 m x 6.58 m)   « Less

Antique Agra, India, circa 1900An allover composition of flowering vines repeats in endless symmetry across the field of this stately antique Agra. The palette is supremely  More »

Antique Agra, India, circa 1900An allover composition of flowering vines repeats in endless symmetry across the field of this stately antique Agra. The palette is supremely soft, with various hues of Wedgwood blue set against a warm ivory ground. The border retains the same palette, but with an intervening blue ground minor border to help delineate the field. Within the border lush vines like those of the field are adapted to a running design, interspersed with classical cartouches derived from classic Moghul Indian carpets and textiles. The luminous wool pile underscores the restrained luxurious tone of the design. Style: Agra Origin: India Size: 15 ft 09 in x 21 ft 07 in (4.80 m x 6.58 m)   « Less

Characteristically wide borders and multiple guardbands decorated with geometric variations of the traditional turtle pattern complement the central pattern. In the field,  More »

Characteristically wide borders and multiple guardbands decorated with geometric variations of the traditional turtle pattern complement the central pattern. In the field, checkered lozenges, protection symbols and geometric motifs form a constellated network around the central medallion, which features a series of lobed-extensions resembling legs. Angular branches and vines connect the symbolic motifs and flowers that decorate the exquisite aqua-blue field, which displays beautiful oxidation, while orange and taupe accents complete the classic Oushak color palette. Style: Oushak / Ushak Origin: Turkey Size: 9. ft 05 in x 11 ft 06 in (2.87 m x 3.51 m)   « Less

Antique Tabriz, Persia, late nineteenth centuryTrue to the Tabriz tradition, this elegant antique Persian carpet utilizes an elegant design of classical derivation, the  More »

Antique Tabriz, Persia, late nineteenth centuryTrue to the Tabriz tradition, this elegant antique Persian carpet utilizes an elegant design of classical derivation, the so-called Kerman vase-carpet pattern. Here a sinuous allover spiral vinescroll winds across the champagne gold field emitting a dazzling array of grand, stylized palmettes and delicate little flowers in shades of blue. A similar design comprises the main border, but set in contrast against a deep blue ground the nicely frames the field. Unlike the classical Kerman forerunner, however, here the palette is not so extensive or vibrant. Rather, it is soft and restrained, providing enormous decorative potential. Style: Tabriz Origin: Persia Size: 13 ft 07 in x 22 ft (4.14 m x 6.71 m)   « Less

Antique Oushak / Ushak, Turkey, late nineteenth century A classic allover pattern of sinuous palmettes in greens and paprika unfolds across the ivory ground of this  More »

Antique Oushak / Ushak, Turkey, late nineteenth century A classic allover pattern of sinuous palmettes in greens and paprika unfolds across the ivory ground of this outstanding antique Oushak. The border continues the design and coloration of the field, imparting a marvelous decorative consistency to the whole design. While Oushaks generally display a large-scale bold and angular drawing, this one, in contrast, has a finely wrought curvilinear sensibility in keeping with the finest classical forerunners. Style: Oushak / Ushak Origin: Turkey Size: 16 ft 03 in x 22 ft 02 in (4.95 m x 6.76 m)   « Less