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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.
Early 20th-century French needlepoint rugs for sale, the ivory field with an allover abstract design of scrolling leaves and floral sprays in greens and pinks within a plain black and beige border. The ancient craft of needlepoint, also known as ‘canvas needlework’, ‘canvas embroidery’ or ‘petit point’ flourished most notably in England and France. Executed with wool yarn on jute, hemp, or linen canvas until the latter was replaced by cotton around 1825, needlepoints are easily identified by their distinctive stitches—the tent stitch or petit point, and gros point. English needlepoints, renowned for their profuse floral motifs, reached an artistic zenith in 1700-1750 but were produced through the end of the nineteenth century. Mainly used as table antique European carpets, the earliest pieces, dating from 1550-1650, exhibited scrolls of flowers with pictorial and heraldic motifs. Eighteenth-century pieces reveal the influence of contemporary artistic movements including baroque, chinoiserie, neoclassical, and rococo. Exclusive collection of antique, vintage, Persian rugs for sale including our famous collection of large area rugs by Doris Leslie Blau. Nader Bolour the owner of Doris Leslie Blau’s antique oriental rugs and carpets gallery is the largest rugs dealer in the world. We invite you to view the largest collection of antique carpets and rugs for sale.
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The allure of this area rug, where artistry meets functionality. Crafted from wool, this piece is a testament to traditional craftsmanship, offering a plush underfoot experience. Its one-of-a-kind design brings a touch of sophistication to any room, making it a standout addition to your home decor. Ideal for living areas or bedrooms, this rug's intricate patterns and rich textures create a cozy and inviting atmosphere. Consider placing it in a high-traffic area to enjoy its durability and timeless appeal.
This remarkable piece is truly a work of art - Art Deco. The soft, qualitative, cut-pile fabric is pleasing both to the eye and the hand. Spare but intriguing geometric forms create a feeling of angular elegance, while the crimson background seems to be almost royal-like. Two pitch-black pillars are fused with the base and bordered with a sand beige line. The line's sandy color is repeated in a rectangle 'hanging' above the dark construction, studded with a grayish pattern. The vintage carpet exhibits a characteristic known as shading- slight shade variations caused by changes in pile lay from general use. Since the sides of fibers reflect more light than their tops, the pile laying away from the observer appears lighter, whereas the pile laying toward the observer appears darker. It is most visible on the crimson part and adds an extra dimension to this minimalist antique rug. The simplicity and elegance of this carpet, with a certain dose of abstraction, alludes to the painting masterpieces from the first half of the 20th century.
What makes Bessarabian rugs so interesting is their highly decorative design. Such rug would not look out of place at the Palace of Versailles, so no wonder that so many of them were owned by nobility and aristocracy. However, Bessarabian rugs are still products of a specific culture - Easter European to be exact. They reflect trends dominant at the time of their weaving, giving us a unique opportunity to take a trip back in time. This stunning Bessarabian rug is a dream come true for any art lover. Made of the best available materials, it immediately charms with its beautiful pattern and color palette. The floral motif dominating the surface depicts a beautiful composition of flowers and leaves. The colors included in this design are mostly deep shades of brown, yellow, green, and black. Doris Leslie Blau's collection of both contemporary rugs and antique carpets contains only the best quality pieces, each of which was created with a great deal of attention and love. Our rugs were all handpicked in order to suit the tastes of our clientele and we are happy to know that our hard work is appreciated by the top interior design magazines in the industry, such as Architectural Digest or Elle Decor.
This circa-1900 antique European fragment rug features an ornate gilded abstraction surrounding a deep purple and green floral design and is framed on both sides with stylized leaves in varying shades of green, against a sky blue background. The subtle dark outline and general attention to detail in the turn of the century antique carpet fragment is suggestive of a renowned tradition. Rug production was introduced to Europe by the Moors of Spain between the eighth and thirteenth centuries. While antique oriental rugs initially had a significant influence on European rug designs, various regions came to develop their own unique styles and techniques over time. The ornate style of this particular fragment evokes French Savonnerie and Aubusson factories, which, starting in the 17th century, began producing some of the most exceptional classical European carpets of the last few hundred years.
Rug & Kilim
This 19x19 antique Aubusson rug is an exciting new addition to Rug & Kilim’s European rug collection—a masterpiece of the French Neoclassical flatweave style, handwoven in wool and originating from France.On the Design: Keen eyes for detail will particularly note this rug’s masterful execution of symmetry, scale, and movement among its countless beauties—all exemplary of the French tapestry weave style, like few that remain of its kind today. The colorway is one of the most delicious elements here, where a rich brown field underscored the medallions and floral patterns in green, pink, beige, and blue tones among others. So too is the detailing, not just in the quintessential sense of impressionism of an Aubusson like those in the cartouches, but in the graceful subtlety of the field’s execution of muted florals. This brings more attention to the finesse of their execution, and an element dimension that’s exceptional even for this provenance renowned for its works of majesty and detail. It’s also a versatile-sized rug, with a particularly large size with vast applications in interior design today. Altogether it’s a piece as deeply personal in its subtext as it is in the details and beauties that distinguish it in our craft—both a masterpiece and a true collector’s rug, teeming with history and culture. Condition: This Antique Aubusson rug is in good condition for its age and origin.
Vintage French Art Deco area rug. An early 20th-century French Art Deco antique rug. Size: 8'9'' x 7'10'' Circa: 1940. This borderless beauty is a perfect match for any amateur of Art Deco. A bold pattern of sinuous crisscrossing lines brings out multiple irregular geometric figures. The overall color palette is kept in various shades of grey and taupe. A surprising focal element stands out thanks to the application of saturated, contrasting tints to some of the fields. The vintage runner rug leaves a free room for interpretation so let your imagination run wild. You might see there a fish, an inverted sail, or an elephant tusk. Looking at this magnificent carpet you might even find an association with stained glass. Apart from the outstanding artistic value, the European deco rug will be excellent complementation of any modern interior. Its cut pile and soft texture will please even the most demanding customers.
Hand-knotted in wool circa 1910-1920, this antique 10x13 rug is a rare Indian interpretation of Persian Shahrestan rugs—a new unveiling from Rug & the collection by Rug & Kilim. On the Design: This piece enjoys a regal air with fine details in dense floral patterns on beige and brown tones, accented by blue, burgundy and green in its myriad of jewel tones. Connoisseurs and keen eyes will admire the meticulous detail and sense of movement as that of a masterpiece in quality and art. Few large-size area rugs of its provenance boast such rich texture and brilliant adaptation of scale to achieve this look. Condition: This antique Shahrestan-style rug further enjoys good condition for its age and origin.
In the world of contemporary rugs, designers constantly experiment with new patterns and solutions to surprise their audience with a new masterpiece. Bessarabian rugs are still products of a specific culture – Easter European to be exact. They reflect trends dominant at the time of their weaving, giving us a unique opportunity to take a trip back in time. Today Bessarabian rugs are being recreated by talented designers to allow us to admire them once again, just like they were being admired in the past. This stunning Bessarabian rug is a dream come true for any art lover. Made of the best available materials, it immediately charms with its beautiful pattern and color palette. The floral motif dominating the surface depicts a beautiful composition of flowers and leaves, combined with classic decorative elements, appearing in most Oriental rugs. The colors included in this design are mostly deep shades of black, red, and beige. Contemporary rugs and antique carpets included in Doris Leslie Blau’s collection are of impeccable quality and beauty. Experience the most luxurious shopping experience for yourself and visit our website. Our goal is to supply our clients with only the best contemporary rugs and antique carpets available, so don’t wait! Doris Leslie Blau carries an exceptional collection of original modern rugs in many styles and materials. Contemporary hand-made rugs are a bridge throughout history, they are the fruit of the constant evolution of the weaving craft that has accompanied men since the dawn of civilization.
European Deco rugs came at the beginning of the 20th century on the wave of rapid changes that brought a completely new perspective on design and interior decorating. This vintage French Art Deco rug is quite a unique example of its times’ aesthetics. The central medallion occupying the field is relatively decorative and has delicate floral overtones which may suggest Art Nouveau influences. It is presented against the chain-like stripes running vertically through the face of the antique rug and enclosed within a simple single border. Not too bold but not too timid either, this composition can help to make a statement in a wide variety of interior arrangements. This charming vintage rug can boast of firm structure and durability that allowed it to survive until the present with no signs of wear. It is hand-made of wool with the knots tight yet rather pronounced. If well-maintained, the piece can survive many years in excellent condition, pleasing the eyes and feet of its owners. Art Deco is a style of visual arts, architecture, and design that first appeared in France just before World War I. The Art Deco movement led to a fast evolution of the rug and textile design, among other art forms. Rug design evolved from traditional floral and highly ornamental to a style of angular elegance with geometric, abstract, and modern figurative motifs. The design is frequently spare, geometric, and architectural. The rugs created during this period remain elegant and refined to this day.
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