Antique Khorassan, Persia, circa 1900A lush allover design of classic Persian medallions and floral sprays unfolds with consummate precision across the soft golden field of  More »

Antique Khorassan, Persia, circa 1900A lush allover design of classic Persian medallions and floral sprays unfolds with consummate precision across the soft golden field of this magnificent antique Khorassan. Each of these complex medallions with their minute filling of arabesque detail is a design unto itself, but collectively they converge to produce an effect of endless ornamental virtuosity. Multiple vinescroll borders frame the field, echoing its lush detail and coloration to produce a remarkably unified decorative effect. The subtle, almost two-tone palette nicely offsets the dazzling complexity of the design. Style: Khorassan Origin: Persia Size: 17 ft 06 in x 26 ft (5.33 m x 7.92 m)   « Less

Vintage Deco English Rug, early 20th century - This magnificent English carpet stands midway between the world of oriental rugs and those of Europe. The tessellated design of  More »

Vintage Deco English Rug, early 20th century - This magnificent English carpet stands midway between the world of oriental rugs and those of Europe. The tessellated design of interlocking medallion or cartouche forms derives from classical Persian traditions as much as it depends on English needlepoint carpets. The lovely soft , rosy magenta and saffron coloration of the field repeats in the border, but set dramatically on a black ground that firmly anchors the exuberance of the field. Style: Art Deco Origin: England Size: 15 ft 09 in x 27 ft 04 in (4.80 m x 8.33 m)   « Less

Antique Kerman, Persia, circa 1900 A graceful design of flowering vines replete with palmettes and cloudbands unfolds with classic Persian elegance across the field of this  More »

Antique Kerman, Persia, circa 1900 A graceful design of flowering vines replete with palmettes and cloudbands unfolds with classic Persian elegance across the field of this exquisite antique Kerman. The pattern is so closely worked, that the deep navy ground appears as little more than an accenting silhouette for the soft mauve, cinnamon, and pale blue tones of the vines and floral details. The broad vinescroll border continues the soft palette of the field, providing a delicate framing contrast against the blue ground. Style: Kerman Origin: Persia Size: 14 ft 09 in x 27 ft 07 in (4.50 m x 8.41 m)   « Less

Antique Sarouk, Persia, early twentieth centuryA dazzling scatter of leafy palmettes and flowers arranged in vertical columns repeats in elegant allover symmetry across the  More »

Antique Sarouk, Persia, early twentieth centuryA dazzling scatter of leafy palmettes and flowers arranged in vertical columns repeats in elegant allover symmetry across the rich terracotta red field of this luxuriant antique Sarouk. The elements are reconfigured to produce the border design, where the palette of the field is reversed onto a soft blue ground that provides a lovely framing contrast for the field. The thick lustrous wool pile of the carpet combines beautifully with the richness of its design and coloration. Style: Sarouk Origin: Persia Size: 13 ft 01 in x 27 ft 08 in (3.99 m x 8.43 m)   « Less

Antique Sarouk, Persia, circa 1900 A grand medallion design spreads lushly across the field of this luxuriant antique Sarouk. A dense tangle flowering vines surrounds  More »

Antique Sarouk, Persia, circa 1900 A grand medallion design spreads lushly across the field of this luxuriant antique Sarouk. A dense tangle flowering vines surrounds the medallion, complemented at the corners by blue ground spandrels. The field elements are all set against an ivory ground, but the pattern is sop closely worked that it appears as little more than a glowing accent among the golden details of the vine and the medallion. The vinescroll continues the design and palette of the field, giving the entire carpet a highly unified decorative aspect. The rich pile enhances the overall impression of lush complexity. Antique Sarouk, Persia, circa 1900 A grand medallion design spreads lushly across the field of this luxuriant antique Sarouk. A dense tangle flowering vines surrounds the medallion, complemented at the corners by blue ground spandrels. The field elements are all set against an ivory ground, but the pattern is sop closely worked that it appears as little more than a glowing accent among the golden details of the vine and the medallion. The vinescroll continues the design and palette of the field, giving the entire carpet a highly unified decorative aspect. The rich pile enhances the overall impression of lush complexity. Antique Sarouk, Persia, circa 1900 A grand medallion design spreads lushly across the field of this luxuriant antique Sarouk. A dense tangle flowering vines surrounds the medallion, complemented at the corners by blue ground spandrels. The field elements are all set against an ivory ground, but the pattern is sop closely worked that it appears as little more than a glowing accent among the golden details of the vine and the medallion. The vinescroll continues the design and palette of the field, giving the entire carpet a highly unified decorative aspect. The rich pile enhances the overall impression of lush complexity. Style: Sarouk Origin: Persia Size: 8. ft 10 in x 11 ft 07 in (2.69 m x 3.53 m)   « Less

Antique Mehajeran Sarouk, Persia, early twentieth centuryA complex array of delicate floral motifs unfolds in allover symmetry across the velvety field of this lush antique  More »

Antique Mehajeran Sarouk, Persia, early twentieth centuryA complex array of delicate floral motifs unfolds in allover symmetry across the velvety field of this lush antique Mehajeran Sarouk. Sprays of lower, leafy vines, and elegant classical Persian palmettes are rendered with consummate precision in shades of blue and ivory against the shimmering terracotta ground. The border too burgeons with flowering plants reminiscent of Moghul rugs and textiles, but set against a deep blue ground to provide the requisite framing contrast for the field, with terracotta minor borders to smooth the transition. The thick lustrous pile underscores the aura of classic Persian luxury. Style: Sarouk Origin: Persia Size: 14 ft 04 in x 32 ft 02 in (4.37 m x 9.80 m)   « Less

Marta Maas Fjatterstorm ( Märta Måås-Fjetterström ) was one of the foremost central figures in Mid Century Swedish Woven / Textile Art. She placed high importance  More »

Marta Maas Fjatterstorm ( Märta Måås-Fjetterström ) was one of the foremost central figures in Mid Century Swedish Woven / Textile Art. She placed high importance on quality and execution of the designs with the idea that one could experience first hand a vision of nature with each line and every form. With her vision guiding every single line, choice of colors, patterns and attention to detail it is no wonder why her works are viewed as truly great works of art and treasured by collectors, dealers and private consumers from all four corners of the world. She opened her workshop in 1919 in the beautiful coastal town of Bastad Switzerland and continued running it until her death in 1941 at the age of 68. The factory was moved in 1948 from her original location named "StrandgÃ¥rden" to a house that was designed by the architects Ivan & Andres Tengbom where it still resides today. Style: Swedish Kilim Origin: Scandinavia Size: 8. ft 03 in x 11 ft 07 in (2.51 m x 3.53 m)   « Less

This Sarouk carpet is an exceptional representation of the region’s traditional designs featuring millefleur-style motifs that exploit the negative space defined  More »

This Sarouk carpet is an exceptional representation of the region’s traditional designs featuring millefleur-style motifs that exploit the negative space defined between floral sprays to create secondary patterns and medallions in an all-over design. Cascading fronds and branching floral sprays emanate from a quatrefoil medallion while borders featuring reciprocating palmettes and intricate vinescrolls set over a sienna ground complete this archetypal Sarouk carpet. Style: Sarouk Origin: Persia Size: 8. ft 11 in x 11 ft 07 in (2.72 m x 3.53 m)   « Less

44631 Antique Tibetan, Himalaya Region, late nineteenth century - A coiling dragon flies in mid air on this arresting antique Tibetan carpet. The pale tan field is otherwise  More »

44631 Antique Tibetan, Himalaya Region, late nineteenth century - A coiling dragon flies in mid air on this arresting antique Tibetan carpet. The pale tan field is otherwise occupied only byboxes tied with ribbons in the four corners. The tan-ground border has a design of serial stylized vases alternating with rosettes. Only the black framing outlines distinguish the field from the border, but here the uniformity of color provides a powerful decorative unity. The drawing, especially the dragon, is exceptional, and the use of the full face, always an artistic means of engaging the viewer directly, certainly achieves its intended effect. Style: Chinese Origin: Tibet Size: 7. ft 08 in x 11 ft 07 in (2.34 m x 3.53 m)   « Less

Featuring masses of colorful, tightly-grouped floral elements, this exuberant Shah Abbas-style carpet from the Persians city of Kerman is woven with an astonishing level of  More »

Featuring masses of colorful, tightly-grouped floral elements, this exuberant Shah Abbas-style carpet from the Persians city of Kerman is woven with an astonishing level of detail. This traditional Kerman carpet with a light, ivory background is an excellent example of the region’s superbly detailed designs that are as elaborate as any produced in Persia’s great weaving cities. The complex border designs with heavily ornamented patterns set on a rich burgundy background feature a number of swags, clouds bands, and secondary patterns. Style: Kerman Origin: Persia Size: 9. ft 02 in x 11 ft 07 in (2.79 m x 3.53 m)   « Less