Antique Bakhtiari, Persia, late nineteenth century. Although antique Bakhtiari carpets represent a village or tribal rug weaving tradition, some, like this splendid  More »

Antique Bakhtiari, Persia, late nineteenth century. Although antique Bakhtiari carpets represent a village or tribal rug weaving tradition, some, like this splendid example, draw upon the sophisticated repertoire of urban Persian carpet design. In the field a series of elaborate flowering palmettes in shades of red, green, and blue repeat across a soft ivory ground, while a trellis of stylized branches and curling leaves unifies the various palmettes as a staggered allover design. A zig-zag vinescroll rosette border on soft blue surrounds the field, flanked by minor vinescroll borders as an added framing effect. Here the angular abstract geometry of village weaving nicely balances the suave complexity of the urban floral ornamental elements. Style: Bakhtiari Origin: Persia Size: 7. ft 04 in x 13 ft 02 in (2.24 m x 4.01 m)   « Less

Antique Sultanabad, Persia, late 19th centuryWhile descended from the refined palemtte tendril designs of classical Persian carpets, this antique Sultanabad has the bold  More »

Antique Sultanabad, Persia, late 19th centuryWhile descended from the refined palemtte tendril designs of classical Persian carpets, this antique Sultanabad has the bold graphic drawing and exuberant freedom of a village rug, like the best Bakshaishes and Serapis. A grand array of palmettes in soft reds, blues, and pale apricot spreads rhythmically across the soft cream ground, linked by arced red vines and thin stems. A dense red ground border of cartouche medallions provides a contrast of color and design against the light openness of the field. Style: Sultanabad Origin: Persia Size: 10 ft 03 in x 13 ft 04 in (3.12 m x 4.06 m)   « Less

Antique Khorassan Persian Rug, circa 1900Sprays of fine vines and palmettes arrayed in vertical columns repeat rhythmically across the soft apricot ground of this sweetly  More »

Antique Khorassan Persian Rug, circa 1900Sprays of fine vines and palmettes arrayed in vertical columns repeat rhythmically across the soft apricot ground of this sweetly decorative antique Khorassan. The finesse and delicate scale of this design recur in the system of multiple borders, which also echo the soft color juxtapositions of the field. The reserved grace of the design is heightened by the elegant texture and luminosity of the wool. Style: Khorassan Origin: Persia Size: 10 ft 05 in x 13 ft 04 in (3.18 m x 4.06 m)   « Less

Antique Swedish Carpet, dated 1927 This lovely Swedish carpet is a magnificent homage to the traditional Swedish Rollakan or flatwoven tapestry, although here it is rendered  More »

Antique Swedish Carpet, dated 1927 This lovely Swedish carpet is a magnificent homage to the traditional Swedish Rollakan or flatwoven tapestry, although here it is rendered in thick pile. The field has an allover design of fleurons and palmettes in cinnamon, ivory and saffron on tan, with a row of stylized horsemen at the top and bottom edges. A bold cinnamon ground border encloses the whole composition with monumental flair, making the piece a worthy, highly decorative successor to its traditional inspiration. Style: Scandinavian Origin: Scandinavia Size: 8. ft 06 in x 13 ft 04 in (2.59 m x 4.06 m)   « Less

Antique Mehajeran Sarouk, late nineteenth centuryMehajeran Sarouks like this are prized for their more graphic and monumental design sense as well as the richness of their  More »

Antique Mehajeran Sarouk, late nineteenth centuryMehajeran Sarouks like this are prized for their more graphic and monumental design sense as well as the richness of their color. On this lush example a profusion of leafy, flowering vines in golden and terracotta tones writhes sinuously across a deep blue ground that accentuates and underscores the effect of the design. The terracotta ground border provides an exquisite contrast in its scale, color, and the crisper, more angular style of its drawing. Sarouks of this kind are more assertive than later examples, and much harder to come by. Style: Sarouk Origin: Persia Size: 10 ft 03 in x 13 ft 04 in (3.12 m x 4.06 m)   « Less

Antique Kashan, Persia, early twentieth centuryA gracefiul allover pattern of flowering vines spreads itself across a deep burgundy ground on this supremely elegant antique  More »

Antique Kashan, Persia, early twentieth centuryA gracefiul allover pattern of flowering vines spreads itself across a deep burgundy ground on this supremely elegant antique Kashan. The border reverses the color effects of the field with its palmette vinescroll set against a navy ground. This example is distinctive in its use of animal inhabitants derived from classical Persian court carpets. Galloping deer cavort along the lower edge of the field while exotic birds perch among the vines. The lustrous wool an thick pile underscore the aura of heavenly luxury. Style: Kashan Origin: Persia Size: 10 ft 04 in x 13 ft 04 in (3.15 m x 4.06 m)   « Less

A sandy desert of golden vines are traced by thing lines of indigo color. Using only two primary colors in the scheme, this rug focuses on the patterns as opposed to varied  More »

A sandy desert of golden vines are traced by thing lines of indigo color. Using only two primary colors in the scheme, this rug focuses on the patterns as opposed to varied color selection. Deep blues are shadowed by the entangling roots of ancient trees, sitting atop a border mote that guards a plain of gold. The outermost layer encompasses the entire piece in runic and ancient design that reminds one of the Pagan age Romans and their ornate, masonic etchings. Truly a masterpiece, and without a doubt one of the finest Kermans in our expansive collection. Style: Kerman Origin: Persia Size: 9. ft 10 in x 13 ft 04 in (3.00 m x 4.06 m)   « Less

A kingly and regal red wash is stagnant below a rich tangle of sandy, tan flowers. Ferns and spruces sprout roses in a world of the imaginary. Rose petals and pujki ferns  More »

A kingly and regal red wash is stagnant below a rich tangle of sandy, tan flowers. Ferns and spruces sprout roses in a world of the imaginary. Rose petals and pujki ferns sprout together from beautiful flower arrangements. A field of white roses sit in an arc above a meadow of multicolored poppies. This rich red Kerman took many years to weave, and now, it can last for many years in your humble abode. Style: Kerman Origin: Persia Size: 9. ft 08 in x 13 ft 05 in (2.95 m x 4.09 m)   « Less

Antique Amritsar, India, circa 1900. The splendor of the Mogul Dynasty is alive and well on this sumptuous antique Indian Amritsar. Like the great Mogul court classical  More »

Antique Amritsar, India, circa 1900. The splendor of the Mogul Dynasty is alive and well on this sumptuous antique Indian Amritsar. Like the great Mogul court classical Persian inspiration, although combined with more exotic, native Indian plant motifs as well. The palmette and cloudband border reverses the gold and ivory palette of the field for framing contrast, yet preserving its scale for a unified decorative effect. What is not classical Indian or Persian is the palette, with its soft, luminous, decorative coloration in place of the more vibrant, pungent color typical of Mogul carpets. Style: Amritsar Origin: India Size: 10 ft 02 in x 13 ft 05 in (3.10 m x 4.09 m)   « Less

43080 Antique Kerman, Persia, circa 1900 - Antique Kermans are the proud heirs of a long tradition reaching back to the great Persian carpet masterpieces of the sixteenth  More »

43080 Antique Kerman, Persia, circa 1900 - Antique Kermans are the proud heirs of a long tradition reaching back to the great Persian carpet masterpieces of the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries, but rarely do they capture so effectively the design and stately presence of such forerunners. This exquisite example is descended from the classical Kerman ‘vase carpets,’ with its allover design of lush vines and palmettes emerging from stylized amphorae. A richly detailed vinescroll border frames the field, using a smaller scale as a visual counterpoint. Unlike the vibrant classical forerunners, the palette here is subdued and elegantly decorative. Style: Kerman Origin: Persia Size: 11 ft 06 in x 13 ft 06 in (3.51 m x 4.11 m)   « Less