Kerman Rug Late 19th Century - This Kerman rug features elegant curves and exotic floral patterns, bathed in a shade of rich cobalt and tan stain. Brilliant and colorful, the  More »

Kerman Rug Late 19th Century - This Kerman rug features elegant curves and exotic floral patterns, bathed in a shade of rich cobalt and tan stain. Brilliant and colorful, the design sings with astuteness and refined tastes. The symmetrical patterns bring calm into the home or study. The rug is bordered by a rich tangle of ferns and navy seas, clustered together in a charming and multifarious display of immaculate patterns, hinting only partially at the true intricacy of this unique rug. Both a conversational piece and a supplemental element of any room, this lush Kerman is worthy of your impeccable tastes. Size: 11 ft 03 in x 21 ft 07 in (3.43 m x 6.58 m)   « Less

Designed And Woven By Hendrik Godefridus Polvliet Style: Scandinavian Origin: Scandinavia Size: 13 ft 03 in x 16 ft 08 in (4.04 m x 5.08 m)

Designed And Woven By Hendrik Godefridus Polvliet Style: Scandinavian Origin: Scandinavia Size: 13 ft 03 in x 16 ft 08 in (4.04 m x 5.08 m)   « Less

Bakshaish (Bakhshaish or Bakhshaysh), late nineteenth century- This magnificent allover Bakshaish is unusual for its allover composition. But the majestic field composition  More »

Bakshaish (Bakhshaish or Bakhshaysh), late nineteenth century- This magnificent allover Bakshaish is unusual for its allover composition. But the majestic field composition of interlacing arabesques is incomparable on its own terms for the sheer power and beauty of its drawing and soft colors set beautifully against the pale camel ground. The final touch is the fine, detailed, lace-like as a complement and contrast to the monumental graphics of the field. If superior quality involves uniqueness as well as skill and taste, this is a masterpiece. Style: Bakshaish Origin: Persia Size: 11 ft 03 in x 17 ft 09 in (3.43 m x 5.41 m)   « Less

Antique Chinese Carpet, 19th centuryThis lovely piece embodies all the grace and reserved formality of classical Chinese court carpets. Five scalloped openwork dragon  More »

Antique Chinese Carpet, 19th centuryThis lovely piece embodies all the grace and reserved formality of classical Chinese court carpets. Five scalloped openwork dragon medallions float within a mostly open field, surrounded by fretwork and vinescroll borders, and an outer border filled sparely by circular and cruciform motifs. The palette is restricted to blue details and outlines set against a tan ground. The lustrous, velvety pile is all the more impressive within this carefully controlled color scheme. Though classically Chinese, the reserved design and palette are well suited to contemporary taste and décor. Style: Chinese Origin: China Size: 10 ft 10 in x 17 ft 10 in (3.30 m x 5.44 m)   « Less

Antique Kerman, Persia, early twentieth centuryOn this elegant antique Kerman a cartouche-like medallion with finials hovers amidst a grand architectural border whose  More »

Antique Kerman, Persia, early twentieth centuryOn this elegant antique Kerman a cartouche-like medallion with finials hovers amidst a grand architectural border whose arch-like indentations echo the form of the medallion on a larger scale. Delicate vinescrolls float around the medallion in the intervening space. Two additional zones occupy the field at either end of the carpet, each containing cartouches in the form of the field, but turned sideways. Additional vines fill the outermost section of the borders system. The pale, two-tone palette, the architectural quality of the borders, and the naturalism of the floral detail all reflect the impact of the great Aubusson and Savonnerie carpets produced in France, although the interlocking structure of the end panels may owe something to Persian miniature painting as well. Altogether an extraordinary carpet. Size: 9. ft 07 in x 22 ft 09 in (2.92 m x 6.93 m)   « Less

Antique Kerman Long Carpet from Central Persia , circa 1900A veritable jungle of flowering vines, ferns, and palmettes in soft gold and blue sprawls in symmetry across the  More »

Antique Kerman Long Carpet from Central Persia , circa 1900A veritable jungle of flowering vines, ferns, and palmettes in soft gold and blue sprawls in symmetry across the deep navy field of this sumptuous antique Kerman. A richly detailed vine scroll border with similar design on a finer scale, comprises the border in reverse tonality, blue on gold. Despite the lavish density of the design, the overall effect of the piece is still stately and reserved, owing to the cool, restricted coloration and the gentle controlled rhythms of the vines. Size: 9. ft x 23 ft (2.74 m x 7.01 m)   « Less

Antique Sultanabad, Persia, late nineteenth century A lavish design of strapwork vines and palmettes in rich shades of red and saffron repeats in allover symmetry across  More »

Antique Sultanabad, Persia, late nineteenth century A lavish design of strapwork vines and palmettes in rich shades of red and saffron repeats in allover symmetry across the deep navy field of this sumptuous antique Persian Sultanabad. The vines are carefully configured into shield-like forms to create a latent design of staggered medallions amidst the complex patterning. Tiny ivory floral elements fill the intervening spaces in a delicate millefiori effect. In contrast to the miniscule detail of the field, the border utilizes a design of grandly lush palmettes, while retaining the color scheme of the field for a larger, unified visual harmony. Style: Sultanabad Origin: Persia Size: 12 ft 06 in x 18 ft (3.81 m x 5.49 m)   « Less

Antique Kerman rug from central Persia, circa 1900 The classic Persian design and coloration of this opulent antique Kerman runner recall the beauty of embroidered Kashmir  More »

Antique Kerman rug from central Persia, circa 1900 The classic Persian design and coloration of this opulent antique Kerman runner recall the beauty of embroidered Kashmir shawls. The scalloped ogival medallions are enclosed by cornerpieces and intervening vines almost to the exclusion of the deep blue ground. The blue ground of the border is similarly reduced virtually to outlines, allowing the soft tan and champagne tones to dominate the carpet. Size: 3. ft 08 in x 24 ft 02 in (1.12 m x 7.37 m)   « Less

Antique Kerman rug, Persia, early 20th Century Finely woven in tones of blue and gold, this decorative rug exemplifies the floral elegance for which Kermans are known. Four  More »

Antique Kerman rug, Persia, early 20th Century Finely woven in tones of blue and gold, this decorative rug exemplifies the floral elegance for which Kermans are known. Four palmettes meet in the center of the field to create a quatrefoil medallion, which blends seamlessly into the surrounding rosettes and leaves; the effect is that of an overall pattern. The design of the wide border echoes that of the field, unifying the rug’s aesthetic. Size: 12 ft 08 in x 24 ft 07 in (3.86 m x 7.49 m)   « Less

Antique Persian Kerman rug, early 20th century A lush oriental pattern of allover palmettes and vines spreads gracefully across the field of this incomparably elegant antique  More »

Antique Persian Kerman rug, early 20th century A lush oriental pattern of allover palmettes and vines spreads gracefully across the field of this incomparably elegant antique Kerman. Soft blue tones serve to accent the fine detailing of the design, but within an overall effect of soft, saffron and sandy coloration. The highly decorative effect of the field repeats in the forms and color of the grand palmette border. Size: 12 ft 05 in x 25 ft 09 in (3.78 m x 7.85 m)   « Less