Antique Sultanabad rug, Persia, late 19th Century Gracefully drawn flowers bloom across the soft red field of this antique Sultanabad in a design of bi-lateral symmetry. An  More »

Antique Sultanabad rug, Persia, late 19th Century Gracefully drawn flowers bloom across the soft red field of this antique Sultanabad in a design of bi-lateral symmetry. An undulating vine runs between palmettes in the dark blue border; this curvilinear framing element complements the fluidity of the field. The overall effect is one of effortlessness: a floral design that is delicate without being fussy. Style: Sultanabad Origin: Persia Size: 13 ft 10 in x 20 ft 06 in (4.22 m x 6.25 m)   « Less

Antique Nain, Persia, twentieth centuryAntique Nain carpets like this are famed for the minute precision of their weave and the elegance of their design. Here a central  More »

Antique Nain, Persia, twentieth centuryAntique Nain carpets like this are famed for the minute precision of their weave and the elegance of their design. Here a central arabesque medallion of circular form spews forth an array of arabesque finials so finely elaborated that each is actually a miniature medallion of its own. A circular border encloses the field, defining concave triangular cornerpieces with arabesque interior details against a deep aubergine ground. A main border of palmettes and arabesque festoons encloses the field, repeating its soft creamy coloration. It is unusual that a virtuoso piece of this kind is also a first-rate decorative carpet. Style: Nain Origin: Persia Size: 20 ft x 20 ft 07 in (6.10 m x 6.27 m)   « Less

Antique Aubusson Rug, 19th century - This lovely Aubusson is virtually all frame. The field consists only of staggered roses on an ivory ground. The interest of the design  More »

Antique Aubusson Rug, 19th century - This lovely Aubusson is virtually all frame. The field consists only of staggered roses on an ivory ground. The interest of the design lies in the grand border of rich moldings and scrolled cartouches that encloses and defines the carpet majestically from without. Supremely decorative by virtue of its understated field and its monumental yet simple frame, this carpet epitomizes the reserved design for which Aubussons are prized. Style: Aubusson Origin: France Size: 20 ft x 20 ft 08 in (6.10 m x 6.30 m)   « Less

43477 Antique Oushak, Turkey, late nineteenth century - A classic centralized design of vine spays and palmettes in shades of deep tan and salmon floats gracefully across  More »

43477 Antique Oushak, Turkey, late nineteenth century - A classic centralized design of vine spays and palmettes in shades of deep tan and salmon floats gracefully across the soft sand field of this supremely elegant antique Oushak. A large radial cluster of curling leaves provides a subtle form of medallion, although maintaining the general effect of an allover design. The vinescroll border reverses the color effects of the field for a bit of contrast within the overall tone-on-tone palette of the carpet. The delicacy of the coloration is matched by the luster and softness of the Angora wool pile. Style: Oushak / Ushak Origin: Turkey Size: 8. ft 07 in x 11 ft 06 in (2.62 m x 3.51 m)   « Less

This traditional Chinese carpet features a stark field woven in a dramatic shade of indigo blue. Camel-colored borders decorated with vases, lanterns, a tea set and  More »

This traditional Chinese carpet features a stark field woven in a dramatic shade of indigo blue. Camel-colored borders decorated with vases, lanterns, a tea set and traditional items from a shisha cafe complete this minimalist carpet. Style: Chinese Origin: China Size: 9. ft 02 in x 11 ft 06 in (2.79 m x 3.51 m)   « Less

Antique Aubusson, France, late nineteenth centuryOn this remarkably delicate antique Aubusson, a cluster of realistically rendered flowers constitutes a central medallion  More »

Antique Aubusson, France, late nineteenth centuryOn this remarkably delicate antique Aubusson, a cluster of realistically rendered flowers constitutes a central medallion within an open field, surrounded by a larger oval frame of garlands and festoons. The border proper is comprised by cartouche cornerpieces and the rectangular panels between them which are filled in turn by swags and acanthus scrolls. An outer zone or border in mauve-tan adds the final framing touch to a adesign of the utmost subtlety. Style: Aubusson Origin: France Size: 17 ft 03 in x 20 ft 10 in (5.26 m x 6.35 m)   « Less

44602 Antique Agra, India, late nineteenth century - In the grand, classic Mughal tradition, a lush design of swaying vines, leaves, and palmettes undulates gracefully across  More »

44602 Antique Agra, India, late nineteenth century - In the grand, classic Mughal tradition, a lush design of swaying vines, leaves, and palmettes undulates gracefully across the rich red field of this superb antique Agra. The curling ‘sickle’ leaves are the hallmark of the ‘Herati’ pattern in its classic Indo-Persian form, as are the lovely, sinuous cloudbands derived from Chinese court carpets and textiles. A distinctive repeating pattern of palmettes flanked by sickle leaves comprises the main border, set against a gold ground in pleasing contrast to the field. Seldom do late nineteenth-century Agra’s capture so well the effect and presence of the classical Mughal carpets that inspired them. Style: Agra Origin: India Size: 16 ft 07 in x 20 ft 10 in (5.05 m x 6.35 m)   « Less

Antique Sultanabad, Persia, late nineteenth centuryWhile antique Sultanabads are known for their bold, large scale rendering of classical Persian carpet designs, this one is  More »

Antique Sultanabad, Persia, late nineteenth centuryWhile antique Sultanabads are known for their bold, large scale rendering of classical Persian carpet designs, this one is extraordinary in its use of a delicate Mina Khani pattern in the field with a bold border pattern. The field design has an array of rosette-like palmettes linked by a trellis of arabesque vines. The strapwork border is much more monumental than the field. It derives from the classical Persian carpets of the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries, and here it offers a stunning contrast to the finesse of the Mina Khani. The rich palette of ivory, terracotta, and shades of blue is classic Sultanabad. Style: Sultanabad Origin: Persia Size: 14 ft 07 in x 21 ft (4.45 m x 6.40 m)   « Less

Antique Aubusson, France, late nineteenth centuryA floral medallion defined by sinuous rococo scrolls floats majestically within an ivory field on this classic French  More »

Antique Aubusson, France, late nineteenth centuryA floral medallion defined by sinuous rococo scrolls floats majestically within an ivory field on this classic French Aubusson. Pendant floral swags or garlands appear to hang form the medallion, enclosing it like a grand corolla. Tiny bouquets in the four corners occupy what otherwise appears to be an open field, although a closer look reveals a very subtle, tone-on-tone lattice pattern. A classic Aubusson border of filleted laurel garlands, floral sprays, and cartouches frames the field, giving it an almost architectural quality. Style: Aubusson Origin: France Size: 17 ft 05 in x 21 ft 01 in (5.31 m x 6.43 m)   « Less

Antique Agra, India, late nineteenth centuryAn allover design of diamond palmettes and floral cartouches repeats symmetrically across the soft ivory field of this elegant  More »

Antique Agra, India, late nineteenth centuryAn allover design of diamond palmettes and floral cartouches repeats symmetrically across the soft ivory field of this elegant antique Agra. The border adapts the cartouche elements into a running vine, but set against an aubergine ground that nicely contrasts with the field. Gold ground minor borders of vinescrolls aid in the transition between field and border. The uniformity of palette and scale applied adroitly throughout then carpet make it an eminently decorative piece despite its rich tonality. Style: Agra Origin: India Size: 14 ft 08 in x 21 ft 01 in (4.47 m x 6.43 m)   « Less