ON HOLD Antique Kashmir "Millefleurs" Twill Tapestry / Shawl, Circa Date: 18th Century - Finely woven Kashmir tapestries of this kind are modeled on the Pashmina wool  More »

ON HOLD Antique Kashmir "Millefleurs" Twill Tapestry / Shawl, Circa Date: 18th Century - Finely woven Kashmir tapestries of this kind are modeled on the Pashmina wool "Millefleurs" or "thousand flowers" carpets of Mughal India. Although composed as an abstract pattern based on subtle, barely visible concentric and intersecting circles, the floral detail is highly naturalistic and derives from European painting and textiles. The overall format with a kind of pointed arch or niche may derive from prayer rugs. The whole composition is meant to be seen as a delicate tree of life emanating from an amphora-like vase between sprays of palm leaves. The palm leaves sprout in turn from a shallow basin at the very bottom of the design. This rug featured in a couple of the best publications about antique shawls and since it is such a great example, the Asia Society had borrowed it when they had the “Treasures of Kashmir” exhibit. Read more about the exhibit here: https://nazmiyalantiquerugs.com/blog/new-york-asia-society-exhibiting-nazmiyal-shawl/ Size: 2. ft 08 in x 3. ft 11 in (0.81 m x 1.19 m)   « Less

Antique Peking Rug, Chinese, late 19th century - This charming little antique Peking rug has a sinuous tree set against a deep chocolate ground. The undulating dynamism of  More »

Antique Peking Rug, Chinese, late 19th century - This charming little antique Peking rug has a sinuous tree set against a deep chocolate ground. The undulating dynamism of the field is nicely contrasted by the geometric precision of the meander border, but preserving the coloration of the field to give the entire piece a strong decorative unity. Size: 2. ft 01 in x 3. ft 11 in (0.64 m x 1.19 m)   « Less

Antique Peking Rug, Chinese, late 19th century This charming little antique Peking rug has a sinuous tree set against a deep chocolate ground. The undulating dynamism of the  More »

Antique Peking Rug, Chinese, late 19th century This charming little antique Peking rug has a sinuous tree set against a deep chocolate ground. The undulating dynamism of the field is nicely contrasted by the geometric precision of the meander border, but preserving the coloration of the field to give the entire piece a strong decorative unity. Size: 2. ft 01 in x 3. ft 11 in (0.64 m x 1.19 m)   « Less

Antique American Hooked Rug, late nineteenth centuryOn this sweet little antique oval hooked rug an elegant bouquet of pastel flowers and leaves hovers amidst a deep tan  More »

Antique American Hooked Rug, late nineteenth centuryOn this sweet little antique oval hooked rug an elegant bouquet of pastel flowers and leaves hovers amidst a deep tan field with just the hint of landscape rendered in pale lavender. A border of finely outlined leafy scrolls comprises the border surrounded by a cinnamon ground edge. Here we have an American folk art response to the Aubusson and Savonnerie rugs made in France at this time. Size: 2. ft 06 in x 4. ft (0.76 m x 1.22 m)   « Less

Antique Ottoman Embroidery, Turkey, 18th century Finely-wrought flowering vines with serrated small palmettes in blue and pointed red rosettes sprawl in circular array across  More »

Antique Ottoman Embroidery, Turkey, 18th century Finely-wrought flowering vines with serrated small palmettes in blue and pointed red rosettes sprawl in circular array across this antique round Ottoman textile. A radial cluster of the vines at the center acts as a medallion of sorts, while others in serial array make up a border. The pattern has a delightful quality of endless but delicate motion, pleasingly balanced by the delicacy of the colors. Size: 3. ft 07 in x 4. ft (1.09 m x 1.22 m)   « Less

Antique Tabriz Rug, Persia, late nineteenth centuryA trellis design of flowers and large rosettes in cinnamon and earth tones envelopes a small central medallion and  More »

Antique Tabriz Rug, Persia, late nineteenth centuryA trellis design of flowers and large rosettes in cinnamon and earth tones envelopes a small central medallion and cornerpieces, all set against a pale cocoa ground on this lovely little antique Tabriz. The relatively large rosettes and the small size of the medallion, however, create the impression of an allover design. Fine vinescroll borders provide a contrast to the scale of field design, while preserving its coloration. Size: 3. ft x 4. ft (0.91 m x 1.22 m)   « Less

Featuring a spirited woman in traditional Persian dress carrying a water jug through a grand courtyard, this pictorial carpet from Tabriz fits into a class of weavings  More »

Featuring a spirited woman in traditional Persian dress carrying a water jug through a grand courtyard, this pictorial carpet from Tabriz fits into a class of weavings depicting domestic and village life in Persia. While this carpet uses rose-filled cameos and traditional western elements, the design is classically Persian. Known for the pictorial art carpets of Haji Jalili, carpet weavers in Tabriz excel at producing life-life shadows and textures that can be seen in the stone steps, the woman’s silk salwar, the sinuous wisteria vine, and the soft billowy clouds in the distance. Size: 3. ft x 4. ft 03 in (0.91 m x 1.30 m)   « Less

This exquisite carpet features bold, stylized designs in a limited number of vibrant colors. Featuring flower medallions and small alternating motifs, this carpet shows how  More »

This exquisite carpet features bold, stylized designs in a limited number of vibrant colors. Featuring flower medallions and small alternating motifs, this carpet shows how the Ottomans modified Islamic ceramics and tile patterns for use in textiles. With extreme skill, precise Turkish embroidery techniques, and luminous silk threads, artisan-level crafters created blue, green, and red flowers that capture a metallic luminance. Size: 3. ft 03 in x 4. ft 04 in (0.99 m x 1.32 m)   « Less

This Kerman's elegantly drawn designs of classical derivation paired with its subdued palette make this an exquisite piece. Deep reds present in the field of the rug  More »

This Kerman's elegantly drawn designs of classical derivation paired with its subdued palette make this an exquisite piece. Deep reds present in the field of the rug serve to frame and accent both the border of the rug and the field, while drawing attention to the delicate flowers scattered throughout the piece. The central medallion design of this rug give it a presence, while its ivory hue keep the design from overpowering the overall composition. The deep values concentrated in the medallion of this piece give it the illusion of depth, and provide complimentary detailing to the intricacies of the floral design. Size: 3. ft 07 in x 4. ft 06 in (1.09 m x 1.37 m)   « Less

With rich reds, beautiful Persian blues, and luminescent golden-yellows that are accentuated by the velvety silk pile, this classic Kashan carpet features a central medallion  More »

With rich reds, beautiful Persian blues, and luminescent golden-yellows that are accentuated by the velvety silk pile, this classic Kashan carpet features a central medallion and two peacock-flanked vases that exemplify the luxurious tastes and styles favored by the region. Size: 2. ft 01 in x 4. ft 08 in (0.64 m x 1.42 m)   « Less