Antique Sarouk, Persia, circa 1910 - This lavish and unusual antique Persian Sarouk has a medallion design set within an open field. While much of the composition stems from  More »

Antique Sarouk, Persia, circa 1910 - This lavish and unusual antique Persian Sarouk has a medallion design set within an open field. While much of the composition stems from classical Persian design tradition, a great deal of the detail consists of naturalistic roses and flowers that undoubtedly reflect the design of French Aubusson and Savonnerie carpets, as does the cartouche-like frame within the cornerpieces, and the reliance on reds, lavenders, and soft green colors. The vinescroll palmette border takes us back squarely into classical Persian tradition, although it complements the western-influenced field design remarkably well. The dramatic contrast between the pastel coloration and the open, deep navy field is quite striking. Style: Sarouk Origin: Persia Size: 10 ft 11 in x 15 ft 06 in (3.33 m x 4.72 m)   « Less

Antique Sumak (Soumak) Rug, Persia, 1st Quarter of the 20th Century Style: Sumak / Soumak Origin: Persia Size: 13 ft x 15 ft 06 in (3.96 m x 4.72 m)

Antique Sumak (Soumak) Rug, Persia, 1st Quarter of the 20th Century Style: Sumak / Soumak Origin: Persia Size: 13 ft x 15 ft 06 in (3.96 m x 4.72 m)   « Less

Antique Khotan, East Turkestan, early nineteenth century - Antique Khotans like this are the pre-eminent rugs of the silk road, combining as they do artistic traditions from  More »

Antique Khotan, East Turkestan, early nineteenth century - Antique Khotans like this are the pre-eminent rugs of the silk road, combining as they do artistic traditions from across the Asian continent. This one, however, is remarkably Chinese in its taste. The field has a design of openwork floral pom-pom medallions in staggered array with diagonal effects achieved through the use of different colors. These medallions recur in simple serial arrangement in the main border, but set against a raspberry ground in contrast to the cool tan of the field. An inner minor border of openwork vinescroll helps set the main border apart from the field, with an outer cloud border to complete the composition. Despite the prevailing Chinese aspect of the design, the delicate pastel palette is in the best Khotan tradition. Style: Khotan Origin: East Turkestan Size: 13 ft 09 in x 15 ft 07 in (4.19 m x 4.75 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

Antique Persian Sultanabad Carpet, Circa 1890 Handsome loden green is the backdrop for this breathtaking antique Zeigler Sultanabad. Known for creating impressive  More »

Antique Persian Sultanabad Carpet, Circa 1890 Handsome loden green is the backdrop for this breathtaking antique Zeigler Sultanabad. Known for creating impressive carpets in the town of Sultanabad, the Ziegler company produced a more refined taste desired in the West. What makes this carpet so spectacular is the use of green which is rare in antique carpets. Aside from the use of green, the overall grand scale is indicative of the earlier types much desired in today's market. Style: Sultanabad Origin: Persia Size: 15 ft 01 in x 15 ft 08 in (4.60 m x 4.78 m)   « Less

Antique Sivas, Turkey, early twentieth centuryA classic Persian design of undulating palmettes and cloudband arabesques unfolds gracefully across the field of this  More »

Antique Sivas, Turkey, early twentieth centuryA classic Persian design of undulating palmettes and cloudband arabesques unfolds gracefully across the field of this incomparably elegant antique Sivas. The superior drawing captures all the grace and sumptuous detail of the classic forerunners, as does the rich palette with its deep winy red, salmons, and soft blues and greens. The lighter ground of the magnificent cartouche border provides a gentle and harmonious contrast to the field, underscoring the richly decorative quality of the carpet. Style: Sivas Origin: Turkey Size: 11 ft x 15 ft 08 in (3.35 m x 4.78 m)   « Less

Antique Agra rug, early 20th century - An opulent floral array dances across the field of this magnificent antique Agra. The forms of the various flowers and palmettes  More »

Antique Agra rug, early 20th century - An opulent floral array dances across the field of this magnificent antique Agra. The forms of the various flowers and palmettes recalls the great Agra carpets of Mughul India, but in a more decorative palette of warm tans, terracottas, and butterscotch tones in the field and border alike. The rich complexity of the design is nicely controlled and harmonized by the thin vines that arch gracefully across the field, creating subtle oval and diamond patterns amidst the palmettes. Style: Agra Origin: India Size: 11 ft 07 in x 15 ft 09 in (3.53 m x 4.80 m)   « Less

Antique Kashan, Persia, 1900s - An allover pattern of interlacing flowering vines and palmettes repeats in complex symmetry across the soft blue field of this classically  More »

Antique Kashan, Persia, 1900s - An allover pattern of interlacing flowering vines and palmettes repeats in complex symmetry across the soft blue field of this classically elegant antique Persian Kashan. Vines are rendered primarily in golden tones with sparing us of soft red and darker blue for accents. The border is comprised of grand palmettes and cloudbands set against a soft red ground that provides a delicate framing contrast to the field design. The lustrous, velvety pile nicely complements the delicate color effects. Style: Kashan Origin: Persia Size: 11 ft 06 in x 15 ft 09 in (3.51 m x 4.80 m)   « Less

Antique Kerman, Persia, circa 1900A classic Persian compartment pattern of gently scalloped ogival cartouches or medallions unfolds in allover symmetry on the field of this  More »

Antique Kerman, Persia, circa 1900A classic Persian compartment pattern of gently scalloped ogival cartouches or medallions unfolds in allover symmetry on the field of this supremely elegant antique Kerman. Each compartment is filled with richly detailed palmette ornament in soft pastel colors, set alternately against a light and dark cream ground. Several smaller vinescroll borders frame the composition, nicely contrasting the grand scale and sweep of the field design, while preserving the same range of colors. The palette is exceptionally delicate, offering considerable decorative potential. Style: Kerman Origin: Persia Size: 14 ft 10 in x 15 ft 10 in (4.52 m x 4.83 m)   « Less

Antique Tabriz, Persia, Early 20th Century - Tabriz carpets like this are famed for their fidelity to classical Persian forerunners. In the case of this extraordinary example  More »

Antique Tabriz, Persia, Early 20th Century - Tabriz carpets like this are famed for their fidelity to classical Persian forerunners. In the case of this extraordinary example the model was undoubtedly a classical Caucasian carpet, one of the so-called ‘dragon rugs’ of the seventeenth century. Here the design consists of a bold floral lattice in drop=repeat symmetry with palmettes and ‘dragons’ filling the intervening spaces. The vinescroll border is classical Persian, however, although it harmonizes beautifully with the field. The soft palette of golden and cinnamon tones makes this a first-rate decorative carpet in a contemporary setting. Style: Tabriz Origin: Persia Size: 11 ft 11 in x 16 ft (3.63 m x 4.88 m)   « Less