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Nazmiyal Collection
Woven in China during the late 19th century, this magnificent example of an antique Chinese embroidery textile features an exquisite medallion decorated with spacious vine scrolls. Luminescent flowers, gilt vine-scrolls, and graceful botanical motifs are artfully combined in a harmonious medallion. The calming negative space created by the creamy white background highlights the dimensional embroidered motifs and the airy Eastern composition. Elegant butterflies, a traditional symbol of joy, love, and longevity, appear throughout the naturalistic medallion along with sylvan branches and graceful scrolling tendrils. The artful shading and tonal highlights are juxtaposed against minute stamens, dainty antennas, and subtle stylized accents that are rendered with an astounding level of detail. These phenomenal attributes exemplify the masterful level of craftsmanship that this elegant antique Chinese embroidery textile represents.
The fascinating flower-like pattern and natural inspiration of this captivating tapestry by Hans Krondahl make this vintage piece a unique decorative statement. Neutral, earthy tones and an intriguing abstract weave suggests natural wood grain, flawlessly capturing the serenity found in nature while maintaining a sense of playfulness and the unexpected. The unique textured weave, nature-inspired coloring, and beautifully simple flower design come together to create a truly beautiful tapestry.
This antique Balkan embroidered textile features a stunning high contrast design. The design of this magnificent antique textile is very elegant and features filigree and floral inspired designs of beautiful thread. The antique embroidery itself utilizes a limited color palette which adds to the elegance of the design. The designs center around a floral bird pattern central medallion, which draws the eye toward the center of this captivating antique Balkan embroidery textile.
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Featuring classic motifs from central Asian countries, this antique suzani embroidered textile of art focuses on vibrant colors and rich tones to create a welcoming effect. A marvelously random display of pale red flowers spreads over this antique textile.
This lovely Ottoman embroidery textile made during the nineteenth century in the Ottoman Empire, is truly an achievement in embroidery and textile making. From Anatolia to Persia, it was the Turkish speaking artisans who traditionally excelled at producing decorative velvets and lampas-style embroidery, such as the metallic, all-over motif used on this piece. Not only is this Ottoman embroidery extremely elegant, the timeless colors and gold accents blend well with modern and classic styles preferred in the West. This antique Ottoman embroidery textile features a beautiful design and traditional composition elevate this magnificent textile to the level of a true textile art piece.
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Hand-woven in wool and originating in France circa 1970-1980, this 3x5 vintage tapestry is both rare and extremely collectible as one of Jean Picart Le Doux’s signature pieces and as a full-pile piece found in its original great condition today. On the Design: Admirers of the craft will appreciate this exquisite tapestry, signed by the renowned French artist Jean Picart Le Doux, as a masterful example of mid-20th century modernist textile art. It presents a stylized tree of life motif, centrally positioned against a rich, dark background. This iconic symbol serves as the focal point, unifying the entire composition. Picart le Doux employs a warm, autumnal palette dominated by shades of brown, gold, and amber. These earthy tones create a sense of warmth and vitality against the deep, chocolate-brown background. The tree's canopy is depicted as a dense arrangement of stylized leaves, forming a rhythmic pattern that fills the upper portion of the tapestry. The trunk, rendered in twisting, flame-like strands of gold, rises from a diamond-shaped base. At the base of the tree, two bird-like figures are portrayed, possibly representing guardians or spirits associated with the tree of life concept. Picart Le Doux's signature style is evident in the highly stylized, almost abstract representation of natural forms. The geometric simplification of shapes and the rhythmic repetition of elements reflect modernist influences. Connoisseurs may admire that this tapestry showcases the superior weaving techniques typical of French ateliers of the period. The precise rendering of intricate details and the subtle gradations of color attest to the high level of skill involved in its creation.Condition: This vintage Jean Picart Le Doux tapestry further enjoys good condition for its age and origin. Though intended for the wall only—those interested in using this tapestry in other applications may enquire with our team.
Introducing an exquisite masterpiece, this captivating area rug seamlessly blends warm earthy tones and creamy accents, delivering a contemporary geometric allure that will elevate the aesthetics of your modern dwelling. Its inception draws inspiration from the iconic vintage Moroccan rugs crafted by the talented Beni Ourain tribes in Morocco. However, this rug transcends borders, hinting at a fusion of Central Asian artistry with a dash of contemporary Art Deco and Bauhaus sophistication.
The colors have found new life in the world of interior design this year. It is traditionally a color that was seen as an afterthought or addition to palettes that let other colors take center stage, but this is changing. The colors are the main attraction in many new design styles. It has an earthy flavor that is perfect for interior design themes that focus on the natural world and create a space that is serene and peaceful.
Throughout the textile, a repeating pattern of rectilinear line work unfolds, with alternating vertical rows of complex shapes. These complex designs are reminiscent of the classical arabesques and vines scrolls. Here is a beautifully woven vintage carpet. a vintage Scandinavian textile that was woven in Sweden during the middle years of the twentieth century. An exceptionally complex work, this comely textile features a rich and complicated pattern that runs throughout its entirety. The colors in this intriguing Swedish textile are simple: the field portion is colored a rich shade of green, while the border portion is colored a vibrant hue of yellow. Throughout the textile, a repeating pattern of rectilinear line work unfolds, with alternating vertical rows of complex shapes. These complex designs are reminiscent of the scrolling arabesques and vines scrolls that characterize classical antique Oriental rugs and carpets, giving the carpet a sense of tradition and continuity. Indeed, one of the most important aesthetic directions followed by the most accomplished mid-century Scandinavian rug designers is that which stresses the possibilities inherent in uniting traditional design with contemporary sensibilities. The result is a piece like this yellow and green piece, the beauty of which exudes a timeless quality. A beautifully woven textile, this mid-century Scandinavian piece is an intriguing and alluring example.
Doris Leslie Blau
If you need a touch of oriental magic for your interior, this modern Moroccan rug is here to serve you. Although presently made, it comprises all the finest aspects of traditional craft, from design to quality. Its field is covered in abstract motifs taken from the famed Beni Ourain rugs produced by Berber tribes wandering the region of the Rif Mountains near Taza. The color palette is also traditional, featuring a dark brown pattern against the beige background. The contemporary rug was made in complete accordance with the centuries-old craft. Its cushy pile was carefully hand-knotted of top-notch wool by a skilled artisan. Due to such execution, the rug is durable, resilient, and unique. Under the condition of proper maintenance, it will serve its owners for generations without any signs of wear, bringing in its warmth and a pinch of Oriental magic. Doris Leslie Blau’s grand collection of high-quality contemporary rugs and antique carpets is everything one could ever wish for. If you ever find yourself looking for a rug that can change your household, be sure to check out our website and discover the most beautiful pieces from all over the world. Moroccan rugs, in their variety of textures, colors, and designs have stood the test of time. They are a classic staple in both classic and modern interiors. Our modern Moroccan rugs are handmade by artisans in small, specialized workshops, following the centuries-old tradition. They are handmade of natural undyed wool or of wool colored with natural dyes. Their designs are either of vintage tribal inspiration or traditional with an original twist, designs exclusive to Doris Leslie Blau.
A vintage handwoven wool pile antique rug, traditional Moroccan style. Rustic geometric design in warm colors on a natural wool background. Although today we use Moroccan Rugs to bring tactile comfort and aesthetic appeal to interiors, their original purpose was warmth and insulation. The Morrocan Rugs of the Atlas Mountains were hand-woven using the sheep’s wool provided by nomadic herds. And the vintage area rugs provided thick bedding, crucial for the inhospitable climate, of the nomadic people. The cream and neutral colors common to Moroccan rugs sold en mass today harken back to a time when dyes and colors were by no means a priority. From versatile flatweaves to shaggy hand-knotted area rugs or runners, Moroccan rugs are both decorative and functional. They are valued for their technical qualities, expert use of fibers, great tensile strength, and abrasion resistance. Without a doubt, the original tribal Moroccan rugs from the Doris Leslie Blau collection bring character and a touch of worldliness to an interior.
A second-quarter 20th-century Japanese rug, the oatmeal field with an enlarged design of curving leafy vinery around a central flowerhead in a palette of gray, celadon green, and yellow within an oatmeal fretwork border.
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