43228 Antique Bakshaish, Persia, late nineteenth century - Antique Bakshaishes are sought after for their robust tribal affect and their bold sense of geometry, rather than  More »

43228 Antique Bakshaish, Persia, late nineteenth century - Antique Bakshaishes are sought after for their robust tribal affect and their bold sense of geometry, rather than for their fidelity to classical Persian models, as in the case of this impressive example. Here the weavers were inspired by the ‘Harshang’ design of classical Persian and Caucasian court rugs. Large, richly contoured flame palmettes in ivory and blue alternate with others of different form and n array of smaller flowers, all across a rich terracotta ground. A complex interlacing vinescroll or ‘turtle’ border on a navy ground surrounds the field. This magnificent piece attests to the versatility and precision that Bakshaish weavers could attain when it suited them. Style: Bakshaish Origin: Persia Size: 9. ft 10 in x 10 ft 05 in (3.00 m x 3.18 m)   « Less

This exquisite Bibikabad carpet features an all-over pattern of grand rosettes and geometric fetter-bar symbols woven over an abrashed brown field. Each decorative rosette is  More »

This exquisite Bibikabad carpet features an all-over pattern of grand rosettes and geometric fetter-bar symbols woven over an abrashed brown field. Each decorative rosette is embellished with tonal accents in ecru and oxidized hues of blue-green. A classic Bibikabad border decorated with a turtle and vinescroll pattern and reciprocating Herati-leaf motifs over an ivory background completes this classic Bibikabad carpet. Style: Bibikabad Origin: Persia Size: 7. ft 05 in x 10 ft 06 in (2.26 m x 3.20 m)   « Less

Antique Tabriz Persian carpet, circa 1900This lush antique Tabriz is a brilliant homage to the grand tradition of Oriental rug design with its sophisticated arabesque  More »

Antique Tabriz Persian carpet, circa 1900This lush antique Tabriz is a brilliant homage to the grand tradition of Oriental rug design with its sophisticated arabesque medallion and cornerpieces in saffron and soft green. The ivory field is graced by a complex network of fine vines and flowers pulsating with soft colors across the surface. The striking main border continues the texture and coloration of the field, although with a novel touch. Its arabesque vinescroll is configured to look like Greek lyres, topping off the impression of classic elegance. Style: Tabriz Origin: Persia Size: 8. ft 02 in x 10 ft 08 in (2.49 m x 3.25 m)   « Less

Antique Bakshaish Persian Carpet, (Bakhshaish or Bakhshaysh), late nineteenth century - Antique Bakshaishes with allover patterns are less common than ones with medallion  More »

Antique Bakshaish Persian Carpet, (Bakhshaish or Bakhshaysh), late nineteenth century - Antique Bakshaishes with allover patterns are less common than ones with medallion compositions, but examples like this with a diagonal grid of fine geometric forms are rare indeed. This one has the design of a lovely little Caucasian expanded into monumental scale. The precise, crisp, angular drawing and warm coloration combine to make this carpet as decorative and delightful as it is unusual. Style: Bakshaish Origin: Persia Size: 8. ft 11 in x 10 ft 11 in (2.72 m x 3.33 m)   « Less

Antique Swedish Tapestry Carpet, mid twentieth century At first glance, this boldly unusual Swedish tapestry rug recalls the stylized floral allover designs of Caucasian  More »

Antique Swedish Tapestry Carpet, mid twentieth century At first glance, this boldly unusual Swedish tapestry rug recalls the stylized floral allover designs of Caucasian village rugs, but it is likely that its inspiration is much earlier, reaching back to the Turkish stylized animal carpets that inspired Scandinavian weaving in the late middle ages. While some of the designs are floral, others are clearly heraldic geometricized lions or dragons of Oriental derivation. Not only is this rug a masterpiece of folk art design and chromatic subtlety; it testifies to the continuity of the Swedish or Scandinavian weaving tradition back through the centuries. Style: Region Specific Origin: Scandinavia Size: 7. ft 07 in x 11 ft (2.31 m x 3.35 m)   « Less

Dramatic palmettes, open floral sprays and an interconnected network of softly-colored vines form an all-over pattern that contrasts beautifully against the abrashed maroon  More »

Dramatic palmettes, open floral sprays and an interconnected network of softly-colored vines form an all-over pattern that contrasts beautifully against the abrashed maroon field. Serrated saz-leaf motifs and richly-colored palmettes enhance the design of this classic Sultanabad-style carpet. Style: Sultanabad Origin: Pakistan Size: 7. ft 01 in x 11 ft (2.16 m x 3.35 m)   « Less

Antique Sultanabad, Persia, late nineteenth centuryThe classic vinescroll palmette pattern on this luxuriant antique Sultanabad is unusually dynamic and animated. The  More »

Antique Sultanabad, Persia, late nineteenth centuryThe classic vinescroll palmette pattern on this luxuriant antique Sultanabad is unusually dynamic and animated. The forms seem to jut and sprout across the surface with a vitality redolent of real life. They also seem to glow in contrast to the deep blue ground. The red-ground border offers a clear framing element with soft yet effective contrast to the field. Style: Sultanabad Origin: Persia Size: 11 ft x 11 ft (3.35 m x 3.35 m)   « Less

Antique Agra, India, late nineteenth century This spectacular antique Oriental Agra rug from India uses a finely-wrought leafy trellis as a richly textured open field for  More »

Antique Agra, India, late nineteenth century This spectacular antique Oriental Agra rug from India uses a finely-wrought leafy trellis as a richly textured open field for the central medallion and cornerpieces. Small rosettes fill the diamond areas created by the lattice, emphasizing the texured effect. The whole field is enclosed by a grand border of rosettes and heart-shaped vines that echo the design and coloration of the medallion and cornerpieces, rounding out the overall decotative effect Style: Agra Origin: India Size: 9. ft x 11 ft (2.74 m x 3.35 m)   « Less

Woven over an elegant ivory field, this extraordinary carpet features arching Herati leaves and an all-over arabesque with accents in subtle powder blue and peachy-pinks. A  More »

Woven over an elegant ivory field, this extraordinary carpet features arching Herati leaves and an all-over arabesque with accents in subtle powder blue and peachy-pinks. A traditional reciprocating-palmette border woven over an apricot-pink field completes this classic Oushak carpet. Style: Oushak / Ushak Origin: Turkey Size: 8. ft 02 in x 11 ft (2.49 m x 3.35 m)   « Less

Four lush vinescroll cornerpieces frame the lobed, quatrefoil field on this luxuriant antique Kerman. The field itself has an unusual design of tablet-like cartouches  More »

Four lush vinescroll cornerpieces frame the lobed, quatrefoil field on this luxuriant antique Kerman. The field itself has an unusual design of tablet-like cartouches alternating in pairs with candelabra-like motifs, all amidst curling vines and tiny flowers. The dark navy ground across much of the carpet is little more than an emphatic outline for the softer, pastel tones. The various palmette vinescroll borders combine with the cornerpieces to frame the field, but maintaining a uniform palette and design texture to makes this a premier decorative carpet. Style: Kerman Origin: Persia Size: 10 ft 10 in x 11 ft (3.30 m x 3.35 m)   « Less