Antique Navajo Rug, United States, early twentieth centuryThe field of this dazzling antique Navajo consists of what seems to be a free form checkerboard pattern in tan, dark  More »

Antique Navajo Rug, United States, early twentieth centuryThe field of this dazzling antique Navajo consists of what seems to be a free form checkerboard pattern in tan, dark chocolate, and ivory, with a single accenting red square at the center. A closer look reveals that the colors are arranged in repeating diamond array. The elements of the design, and especially the strategy of concealing pattern beneath apparent randomness, recall the geometric paintings of Mondrian, reminding us of modernist appeal that the best Navajo weavings have. Style: Navajo Origin: America Size: 2. ft 06 in x 3. ft 11 in (0.76 m x 1.19 m)   « Less

Saffron, orange, and red make the geometry of this Tibetan rug a cheerful piece. The brown inner border echos within the primary field, causing this carpet to have a subtle  More »

Saffron, orange, and red make the geometry of this Tibetan rug a cheerful piece. The brown inner border echos within the primary field, causing this carpet to have a subtle presence within its warm colors. Style: Chinese Origin: Tibet Size: 2. ft 03 in x 4. ft 04 in (0.69 m x 1.32 m)   « Less

Antique Melas from Turkey, late 19th century A multiplicity of exquisitely rendered floral and vinescroll borders in ever shifting colors makes up most of this stunning  More »

Antique Melas from Turkey, late 19th century A multiplicity of exquisitely rendered floral and vinescroll borders in ever shifting colors makes up most of this stunning little antique Melas. The actual 'field' of the rug is the narrow panel at the center with a series of cruciform elements. Despite the'precision and complexity of the patterning, the real beauty of the rug resides in the color juxtaposition of soft abrashed reds, greens, yellow, ivory, and blues. Style: Milas / Melas Origin: Turkey Size: 3. ft 09 in x 4. ft 11 in (1.14 m x 1.50 m)   « Less

Antique Gabbeh, Southwest Persia, early twentieth century A striking grid pattern outlined in soft salmon with a multi-colored ladder design makes up the field of this  More »

Antique Gabbeh, Southwest Persia, early twentieth century A striking grid pattern outlined in soft salmon with a multi-colored ladder design makes up the field of this exciting nomadic Gabbeh. The squares within the grid are rendered in a mottled multi--tone texture, with some in soft blue, yellow, and aubergine-cocoa. The effect of the piece resides especially in the contrast of the tiny effects of the mottled coloration and the ladder ornament against the quiescent patches of pure color. Style: Gabbeh Origin: Persia Size: 2. ft 11 in x 5. ft 01 in (0.89 m x 1.55 m)   « Less

Antique Alcaraz Early-Period Rug from Spain, sixteenth centuryAn elegant pattern of feathery red arabesques in quatrefoil configuration unfolds across the ivory field of this  More »

Antique Alcaraz Early-Period Rug from Spain, sixteenth centuryAn elegant pattern of feathery red arabesques in quatrefoil configuration unfolds across the ivory field of this fragmentary antique Alcaraz. Modeled closely on the classic "Lotto" carpets of contemporary Ottoman Turkey, this piece exemplifies the close ties between the early carpet industry in Spain and the main centers of production in the Islamic world. Style: Spanish Origin: Spain Size: 1. ft 11 in x 7. ft 02 in (0.58 m x 2.18 m)   « Less

A vibrant and extraordinary Moroccan mat. Deep crimson gradiates into sanguine hues, giving life to the ashen Moroccan designs that reach into the red skies. This rug would  More »

A vibrant and extraordinary Moroccan mat. Deep crimson gradiates into sanguine hues, giving life to the ashen Moroccan designs that reach into the red skies. This rug would have been a great prize amongst others in Morocco, as vibrant red dyes were exceedingly rare in the Muslim world, second only to Indigo and blue-colored dyes. Gentle peach-colored stripes subtly cut through the violently brilliant red color. The thick, black stain resembles mysterious shadows cast by a scorching desert sun. Who knew the blazing red sun of North Africa could be so perfectly replicated on a rug? Style: Region Specific Origin: Morocco Size: 4. ft 11 in x 9. ft 02 in (1.50 m x 2.79 m)   « Less

Antique Khotan, East Turkestan, circa 1900 A graceful rendition of classical Turkoman tradition, this spectacular antique Khotan weaves designs from western China and  More »

Antique Khotan, East Turkestan, circa 1900 A graceful rendition of classical Turkoman tradition, this spectacular antique Khotan weaves designs from western China and Central Asia. A sky blue field is the back drop for the stylized tauk nuska guls framed by borders resembling traditional tent bands making this an intriguing decorative carpet. Style: Khotan Origin: East Turkestan Size: 7. ft 10 in x 16 ft (2.39 m x 4.88 m)   « Less

Antique Scandinavian Swedish Rug By Marta Gahn ( Märta Gahn ) In this magnificent Deco carpet the pure and robust geometry of traditional Swedish rugs and textiles  More »

Antique Scandinavian Swedish Rug By Marta Gahn ( Märta Gahn ) In this magnificent Deco carpet the pure and robust geometry of traditional Swedish rugs and textiles converges with cutting edge modernism reminiscent of Mondrian. Here the luminous color and structured effect of a monumental stained-glass window combine with the warmth and texture of lustrous velvety wool in this symphony of lines, rectangles, and meanders. At once simple and complex, the result is incomparable. Märta Gahn - Rugs Signed MG The Swedish master weaver Märta Gahn (1891-1973) had a long and successful career as a weaver and textile designer creating some of the first printed fabrics featuring Scandinavian art deco designs. From 1910 -1915, Gahn attended Stockholm’s School of Higher Art and Design. Märta Gahn was one of several Swedish weavers with works selected for the International Exhibition of 1925 held in Paris as well as a 1927 exhibition of northern European rugs organized by the Musée des Arts Décoratifs following the success of Sweden’s appearance in the previous event. As a master weaver represented by the Society of Swedish Homecraft, Märta Gahn's rugs are signed with the initials MG. Style: Region Specific Origin: Scandinavia Size: 5. ft 11 in x 9. ft 07 in (1.80 m x 2.92 m)   « Less

Vintage Art Deco Rug from France, 1920's- This charming antique French Deco carpet (in the style of Jacques Emile Ruhlmann) reinterprets the naturalistic floral repertoire of  More »

Vintage Art Deco Rug from France, 1920's- This charming antique French Deco carpet (in the style of Jacques Emile Ruhlmann) reinterprets the naturalistic floral repertoire of nineteenth century Savonnerie rugs within a new and simpler early modern aesthetic. A central medallion of leaves and flowers is enclosed by a leafy border, which repeats at the outermost edge. But virtually the whole carpet is an open field of red, punctuated only by thin concentric bands or outlines. Design is kept to a minimum, allowing the luscious coloration to carry the overall effect. Style: Art Deco Origin: France Size: 14 ft x 15 ft 07 in (4.27 m x 4.75 m   « Less

This is a simple but appealing tall buffet made from solid oak during the first half of the 19th century topped by its original Var Orange marble, which has been repaired at  More »

This is a simple but appealing tall buffet made from solid oak during the first half of the 19th century topped by its original Var Orange marble, which has been repaired at some point, sitting upon the straight façade featuring a single drawer above a pair of recessed paneled doors revealing a spacious storage compartment. Note minor scratches and dents here and there due to the age. Circa date 1840. Dimensions 48”(height)/ 56 ½”(wide)/ 18”(depth). Item# 163031NM1990   « Less