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Nazmiyal Collection
This charming elegant and antique rug - an antique English piece made toward the end of the nineteenth century - is as lovely as it is representative of the traditions from which it emerged. The classical, naturalistic rendering of the leafy curling scrolls and flowers on this lovely antique English rug recall the French Savonnerie carpets from across the Channel. But the deeper golden coloration and the asymmetry of the design are distinctively English, recalling the taste and sensibility of the arts and Crafts Movement of the times. The soft reds and ivory play off especially nicely against the varied shades of warm tan. A beautiful rug that typifies the aesthetic principles of Western European design, this English piece offers the opportunity to own the sort of rug that is more than just a decorative piece, but also a piece filled with cultural poetry.
A Stunningly Elegant Large Size Classic Vintage Savonnerie Renaissance Style Rug, circa date: Vintage . The magnificent and elaborate French Savonnerie carpets have a timeless elegance that reflects classical themes and time-honored traditions. This magnificent vintage rug was created during the middle part of the 20th century and has an intricate floral design that uses an impressive range of colors and that was based on the original designs of the French Savonnerie rugs.
Lavender Oriental Carpets
As the term implies, true Chinese Deco carpets were woven in a short time window, between 1923 and 1931, and in two places: the Chinese capital of Peking (Beijing) and the northeastern city of Tientsin (Tianjin). They were woven in large integrated factories as well as smaller workshops. These carpets were created by American firms for export to the United States. Nichols, Elbrook and Tavshanjian in Tientsin, and Fette in Peking were by far the most active. The Tientsin pieces, almost all in carpet sizes, show thick piles of glossy millspun wool, patterns ranging from Chinese-influenced with vases, leafy branches, seasonal flowers and butterflies, and dragons to wholly abstract, borderless creations with moss and bottle green, scarlet, fuchsia, beige, old gold and various shades of blue, all in unfading, crisp chrome dyes. Many are found still in top condition. The weaves are always moderate to medium, and very regular. There is no uniformity of pattern and most of the surviving carpets are unique.. Colors: taupy-gray/pale cinnamon/blues/beige.
As the term implies, true Chinese Deco carpets were woven in a short time window, between 1923 and 1931, and in two places: the Chinese capital of Peking (Beijing) and the northeastern city of Tientsin (Tianjin). They were woven in large integrated factories as well as smaller workshops. These carpets were created by American firms for export to the United States. Nichols, Elbrook and Tavshanjian in Tientsin, and Fette in Peking were by far the most active. The Tientsin pieces, almost all in carpet sizes, show thick piles of glossy millspun wool, patterns ranging from Chinese-influenced with vases, leafy branches, seasonal flowers and butterflies, and dragons to wholly abstract, borderless creations with moss and bottle green, scarlet, fuchsia, beige, old gold and various shades of blue, all in unfading, crisp chrome dyes. Many are found still in top condition. The weaves are always moderate to medium, and very regular. There is no uniformity of pattern and most of the surviving carpets are unique. Colors: greens/pale wine/multi.
Mahal means many things in the rug world. The antique oriental carpets from the British firm of Ziegler with large scale allover patterns in the most desirable soft color’s: rust, ivory, light blue, light green, are Mahal’s. So are the repeating pattern rugs of the 1920’s-30’s with red fields and moderate weaves. The rugs termed Sultanabad’s are Mahal’s. With this chameleon character, there is a Mahal for any space, any décor, and any price point. Colors: blues/faded rust/terracotta/beige.
A closely arrayed pattern of Persian rug origin using paired ‘Boteh’ or Paisley design forms in a range of rich colors repeats as an allover design across the field of this dazzling antique English Wilton carpet. The main border consists of lush palmettes arranged in a connected linear or vertical sequence as a ‘candelabra’ pattern on an ivory ground, with various smaller borders of simpler vine scrolls. The coloration like the design itself is closely related to luxurious embroidered Kashmir shawls, which may actually have served as the immediate models for this carpet.
Doris Leslie Blau
French Aubusson rugs are considered crème de la crème of all European carpets. This antique French rug clearly shows what is the reason behind this widespread recognition. Created at the very beginning of the 20th century, the piece boasts a classy architectural and botanical design, featuring a decorative central medallion surrounded by a stylized cartouche with delicate touches of floral motifs. The warm and quite neutral color palette of this antique rug constitutes a counterweight to the opulent pattern. Shades of chocolate brown, sandy beige, ivory, gray, and Mocca, subtly invigorated due to fuchsia, carmine, and extinguished green accents on the flowers, coexist in absolute harmony, Such a versatile composition will seamlessly fit into any kind of interior arrangement, from traditional to contemporary. In terms of workmanship, the antique French Aubusson rug meets all the expectations of a conscious buyer. It was meticulously hand-knotted of the finest wool in accordance with old and refined techniques. Such a thorough making made it possible for the antique carpet to survive until today in perfect condition. If properly maintained, the piece will serve its owners for generations, bringing in the never-fading glamour of French craftsmanship.
A mid-19th-century French antique fragment rug, the moss green field with scattered feathery red leaves and ivory flowerheads around a bold polychrome medallion within a sand and sage scrolling vinery border. The French Savonnerie rugs factory, located on the site of the present Musee d'Art Moderne, inherited its name from the soap-making factory it took over at the behest of Louis XIII. From 1660 until 1743 Savonnerie was a manufacturer of royale, carrying out commissions for French Savonnerie rugs and carpets specifically designed for the Royal palaces. In the 1770s, the tapestry looms at Aubusson in the Cruze Valley near Limoges were converted to produce flat-woven antique oriental rugs and carpets under royal warrant. No one knows precisely when European rugs weaving began in this area, but it is certain that tapestries were first woven there long before the Gothic era.
French Aubusson rugs are considered the crème de la crème of all European carpets, Louis XIV’s influential Prime Minister Colbert made sure of that by establishing a long and hard apprenticeship necessary to obtain the title “Master of Tapestry”. This antique Aubusson rug clearly shows what is the reason behind this widespread recognition. Created in the first half of the 20th century, the piece boasts a classy architectural and botanical design. The sage field carries an overall architecturally-formed tile design formed of pale pink bands with rosettes at the intersections and containing flowerheads formed by curving leaves within a sage outer border. In terms of workmanship, the antique French rug meets all the expectations of a conscious buyer. Its body was carefully hand-knotted out of the finest wool in accordance with traditional Aubusson techniques. If properly maintained, the piece will serve its owners for generations without any signs of wear.
Pasargad NY
Chinese Deco Rug, Origin: China, Circa: Early 20th Century – Here is an exciting and appealing antique Oriental carpet – an antique Art Deco rug that was designed and woven in China during the early years of the twentieth century. Heavily informed by the aesthetic inclinations of the Art Deco period, this unique carpet is a compelling and thought-provoking example. A scalloped border of Blue encloses a Rose / Rust sand field on this exquisitely subtle and restrained antique Chinese Art Deco. At first the field appears empty or open, but it is actually covered by a tone-on-tone design of scrolls and cloud-bands emanating inward from the outer edges. In their sinuous rhythms they echo the scalloped forms of the border and continue its visual effects across the carpet in a more subdued manner. This carpet testifies to the masterful design sensibilities of Chinese weavers as they made the transition into the modern world. The Art Deco movement had an outside influence on the world of art and design, and some of the most important qualities and characteristics of that movement may be found in this fine rug.
Antique rugs are among very few pieces of decor boasting such diversity in their designs. No wonder their popularity skyrocketed – what else can change an interior as successfully as a good quality European carpet? Among all available designs, Savonnerie rugs usually gather the most attention due to their natural beauty and skillfully applied patterns. This stunning Savonnerie rug can charm even the most demanding collectors. Handwoven circa 1920, it is both an example of excellent craftsmanship, but also superb taste. The design of this rug includes a beautiful floral composition, created of several different types of flowers. The color palette includes light, pastel shades contrasted with a deep black background. Here at Doris Leslie Blau, we take great pride in what we do and nothing makes us happier than the knowledge that our hard work is appreciated by both our clients and countless interior design magazines, such as Architectural Digest. Our collection of contemporary rugs is filled with countless treasures from all over the world. Our antique rugs and modern carpets can charm even the most demanding connoisseurs, so be sure to visit our website for more high-quality rugs.
Beautiful Floral Design Antique English Needlepoint Rug, Country of Origin: England, Circa Date: Mid To Late 19th century – Needlepoint rugs are designed to showcase an elegant yet dramatic amount of detail. In this impressive flat woven antique English needlepoint rug, the viewer is free to explore the landscape within, marveling at the fine lines and details imparted to the various sections of the English rug. The most notable activity occurs at the very heart of the antique rug, where a multitude of flowers and blooms seem to roll around each other in a beautifully waving network. The outlines of the borders provide the viewer with necessary grounding as they navigate through the floral landscape, and the dark tones stand out well against the lighter ones in order to draw attention to both the negative and positive space of this mesmerizing floral antique English Needlepoint rug.
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