Antique Hamedan, late nineteenth centuryWhile twentieth-century examples typified the commercialization of Persian carpet weaving, the earlier, truly antique Hamedans of the  More »

Antique Hamedan, late nineteenth centuryWhile twentieth-century examples typified the commercialization of Persian carpet weaving, the earlier, truly antique Hamedans of the nineteenth century are eagerly sought after as authentic village rugs, like this stunning example. Here a series of diamond medallions linked by bars and terminating in large hooked finials floats against a midnight blue field, with smaller star medallions and ‘boteh’ or paisley motifs in the intervening spaces. The spare, open effect and bold graphic scale of the field design contrast with the finesse and complexity of the ‘crab’ border and the minor vinescroll borders to either side, just as the palette of soft autumnal colors offers a lovely complement to the cool blueness of the field. This extraordinary runner has all the charm and subtlety of the best Caucasian rugs produced somewhat further north. Style: Hamedan Origin: Persia Size: 3. ft x 18 ft 02 in (0.91 m x 5.54 m)   « Less

Style: North West Origin: Persia Size: 3. ft x 21 ft (0.91 m x 6.40 m)

Style: North West Origin: Persia Size: 3. ft x 21 ft (0.91 m x 6.40 m)   « Less

Antique Kerman, Persia, late nineteenth centuryReminiscent of the finest Italian or Belgian lace, a grand double medallion with rich floral detail dominates the dramatic  More »

Antique Kerman, Persia, late nineteenth centuryReminiscent of the finest Italian or Belgian lace, a grand double medallion with rich floral detail dominates the dramatic blue-black field of this sumptuous antique Kerman from Persia. A narrow band of ground separates the inner and outer medallions, while small openwork leafy cornerpieces define the oval form of the field. Complex arabesque borders frame the field, continuing the lacey effects on an even finer scale. The varied palette, with rich red and blue tones along with many pastel shades effectively complements the complexity of the design. The velvety pile adds to the overall impression of luxurious elegance. Style: Kerman Origin: Persia Size: 9. ft x 11 ft 04 in (2.74 m x 3.45 m)   « Less

Style: Oushak / Ushak Origin: Turkey Size: 2. ft 06 in x 30 ft (0.76 m x 9.14 m)

Style: Oushak / Ushak Origin: Turkey Size: 2. ft 06 in x 30 ft (0.76 m x 9.14 m)   « Less

Style: Chinese Origin: China Size: 8. ft 04 in x 11 ft 04 in (2.54 m x 3.45 m)

Style: Chinese Origin: China Size: 8. ft 04 in x 11 ft 04 in (2.54 m x 3.45 m)   « Less

Antique Sultanabad, Persia, late nineteenth century,A rich array of rosettes, palmettes, and floral sprays in soft blues, yellows, and tans sweeps grandly across the rich  More »

Antique Sultanabad, Persia, late nineteenth century,A rich array of rosettes, palmettes, and floral sprays in soft blues, yellows, and tans sweeps grandly across the rich apricot ground of this majestic antique Sultanabad. While they appear to be linked by vines, in reality most of these forms float freely and rhythmically in dynamic independence, imparting a lively, animated quality to the design. The tighter, more closely articulated blue ground border contrasts with the lightness and freedom of the field, as well as with its color and scale. Style: Sultanabad Origin: Persia Size: 13 ft 05 in x 20 ft (4.09 m x 6.10 m)   « Less

This Sultanabad carpet features an all-over pattern of geometric arabesques and exaggerated saz-leaf motifs with accentuated edges that flank a central rosette woven over a  More »

This Sultanabad carpet features an all-over pattern of geometric arabesques and exaggerated saz-leaf motifs with accentuated edges that flank a central rosette woven over a bold red field. Angular vines decorated with stylized leaves and branching floral motifs complete the elegant arabesque while intricate guardbands and accentuated turtle borders set over an abrashed blue ground frame the overall design. Style: Sultanabad Origin: Persia Size: 10 ft 04 in x 11 ft 05 in (3.15 m x 3.48 m)   « Less

41688 Antique Oushak, Turkey, circa 1900. A grand, majestic design of vines and palmettes in shades of tan and apricot wends its way across the rich red field of this  More »

41688 Antique Oushak, Turkey, circa 1900. A grand, majestic design of vines and palmettes in shades of tan and apricot wends its way across the rich red field of this magnificent antique Oushak. The drawing is boldly angular in the best Oushak tradition, while the attenuated delicacy of finely articulated cornerpieces and the vinescroll border provide an effective contrast in scale and texture. Oushaks are famed for the softness of their palette, and here the border and cornerpieces maintain that tradition with particular elegance. The saturated red of the field, however, adds an unusually dramatic quality to the overall effect, nicely underscoring the graphic boldness of the palmette design. Style: Oushak / Ushak Origin: Turkey Size: 14 ft 01 in x 20 ft (4.29 m x 6.10 m)   « Less

Antique Tabriz, Persia, circa 1900 A complex Herati design in shades of tan and burgundy repeats in precise allover symmetry across the rich cocoa ground of this lovely  More »

Antique Tabriz, Persia, circa 1900 A complex Herati design in shades of tan and burgundy repeats in precise allover symmetry across the rich cocoa ground of this lovely antique Tabriz. A large scale vinescroll border set against terracotta frames the field, accented by small-scale, finely-wrought vinescroll minor borders that echo the design texture and coloration of the field. Style: Tabriz Origin: Persia Size: 13 ft x 20 ft (3.96 m x 6.10 m)   « Less

Antique Sultanabad, Persia, circa 1900 - A striking allover design of arabesque medallions and sprawling vines with palmettes in ivory, lavender, yellow, and soft green  More »

Antique Sultanabad, Persia, circa 1900 - A striking allover design of arabesque medallions and sprawling vines with palmettes in ivory, lavender, yellow, and soft green spreads across the rich terracotta field of this supremely beautiful antique Sultanabad. Despite the grand scale and sweep of the design, the rendering of the forms is delicate and animated. The various major and minor vinescroll borders are much smaller in scale and denser in their configuration, providing the perfect contrast for the field. The palette of this carpet with its exceptionally clear and saturated dyes is outstanding, even among Sultanabads that are famed for their color. Style: Sultanabad Origin: Persia Size: 14 ft x 20 ft (4.27 m x 6.10 m)   « Less