Interlocking patterns of elegant cartouched latticework, which can be broken down into a quatrefoil figure, form an all-over pattern across this spectacular Kerman carpet  More »

Interlocking patterns of elegant cartouched latticework, which can be broken down into a quatrefoil figure, form an all-over pattern across this spectacular Kerman carpet while wide camel-colored borders and multiple guardbands decorated with floral motifs round off this exceptionally-elegant carpet. Style: Kerman Origin: Persia Size: 8. ft 07 in x 11 ft 07 in (2.62 m x 3.53 m)   « Less

Antique Kashan, Persia, early twentieth century - Looking very much like an early Art Deco carpet from China, this elegant Persian Kashan has an allover design of ivory  More »

Antique Kashan, Persia, early twentieth century - Looking very much like an early Art Deco carpet from China, this elegant Persian Kashan has an allover design of ivory rosettes set against midnight blue field. A simple sea foam border frames the field, surround by another midnight blue guard stripe. The lustrous silky wool beautifully enhances the open graphic simplicity of the design, as does the plush, rich pile. Style: Kashan Origin: Persia Size: 16 ft 08 in x 27 ft 10 in (5.08 m x 8.48 m)   « Less

Antique Hooked Carpet, United States, circa 1900While antique American hooked rugs and carpets are famed for their homey charm as a folk art genre, this extraordinary example  More »

Antique Hooked Carpet, United States, circa 1900While antique American hooked rugs and carpets are famed for their homey charm as a folk art genre, this extraordinary example competes with the sophisticated elegance of French Aubusson and Savonnerie carpets. A cameo medallion on soft tan surrounded by Neo-classical acanthus vinescrolls is enclosed yet again by a subtle diamond lattice on slightly darker tan. An acanthus vinescroll border with scalloped corners on a pale cocoa ground frames the field as if it were a painting. Much of the decorative beauty of this carpet resides in the lustrous velvety quality of the wool and in the sparing effect of pastel reds and greens amidst the varied shades of tan. Style: Hooked Origin: America Size: 14 ft 10 in x 29 ft 05 in (4.52 m x 8.97 m)   « Less

Antique Ningshia, China, late nineteenth centurySprays of rich raspberry lotus flowers on deep green leafy stems repeat symmetrically across the deep ochre field of this  More »

Antique Ningshia, China, late nineteenth centurySprays of rich raspberry lotus flowers on deep green leafy stems repeat symmetrically across the deep ochre field of this sumptuous antique Ningshia from imperial China. At the center the design opens up a bit, allowing for a small, subtle openwork medallion. The elements of the field design are modified somewhat in the main border, where they appear as a dragon-like vinescroll in cloudband formation, but set against a cool grayish tan ground that provides a lovely contrast to the field. Minor vinescroll borders on a lighter tan ground enhance the framing effect of the border for the entire carpet. Style: Chinese Origin: China Size: 18 ft 06 in x 31 ft 06 in (5.64 m x 9.60 m)   « Less

Antique Sarouk-Farahan, Persia, late nineteenth century. Antique Sarouk Farahan’s like this are renowned for their use of refined classical Persian designs combined  More »

Antique Sarouk-Farahan, Persia, late nineteenth century. Antique Sarouk Farahan’s like this are renowned for their use of refined classical Persian designs combined with a freer, more spontaneous drawing characteristic of tribal or village rug weaving. A multi-lobed medallion in yellow and blue hovers at the center of the field, surrounded by sprays of flowering vines. Cornerpieces like the medallion round out the design, enclosed yet again by a delicate vinescroll border on a blue ground. The saturated color of this carpet is extraordinary, even among Farahans. It provides the perfect complement to the dynamic finesse of the design. Style: Sarouk Origin: Persia Size: 10 ft 03 in x 11 ft 07 in (3.12 m x 3.53 m)   « Less

Ivory, sienna and multiple shades of Persian blue decorate the exceptionally dark and dominant background of this Bibikabad carpet. Multiple guardbands and main borders  More »

Ivory, sienna and multiple shades of Persian blue decorate the exceptionally dark and dominant background of this Bibikabad carpet. Multiple guardbands and main borders filled with palmette and rosette motifs over a sienna ground frame the bold quatrefoil latticework pattern, which is defined by split-leaf borders and stylized palmettes. Style: Bibikabad Origin: Persia Size: 8. ft 09 in x 11 ft 07 in (2.67 m x 3.53 m)   « Less

Woven with a stunning combination of delicate colors, this Tabriz carpet features a central octofoil medallion inlaid in a larger rosette, which is flanked by accentuated  More »

Woven with a stunning combination of delicate colors, this Tabriz carpet features a central octofoil medallion inlaid in a larger rosette, which is flanked by accentuated pendants. Delicate vinescroll patterns and gently arching spandrels comprised of branching floral motifs decorate the field while formal borders containing potted Tree of Life motifs and multiple guardbands filled with an intricate pattern of geometric stars complete this finely-detailed carpet. Style: Tabriz Origin: Persia Size: 8. ft 09 in x 11 ft 08 in (2.67 m x 3.56 m)   « Less

Antique Amritsar, India, circa 1900. An elegant design of palmettes and arabesque vinescrolls floats gracefully across the field of this stately antique Amritsar. The central  More »

Antique Amritsar, India, circa 1900. An elegant design of palmettes and arabesque vinescrolls floats gracefully across the field of this stately antique Amritsar. The central arabesque in salmon functions as a latent medallion, anchoring the sinuous floral elements that radiate outward to the four corners of the field. A rich palmette vinescroll main border encloses the field, but set against a rose-salmon ground for a subtle framing contrast. While the design of the carpet adheres closely to classical Persian models, the soft, delicate palette makes this an eminently decorative carpet. Style: Amritsar Origin: India Size: 8. ft 11 in x 11 ft 08 in (2.72 m x 3.56 m)   « Less

43920 Antique Hooked Rug, United States, late nineteenth century - This exceptional piece has all the folksy charm for which antique American hooked rugs are prized, yet it  More »

43920 Antique Hooked Rug, United States, late nineteenth century - This exceptional piece has all the folksy charm for which antique American hooked rugs are prized, yet it also reflects sophisticated European design as well. The large central medallion filled with flowering garlands and butterflies is inspired by late nineteenth century French Aubusson carpets, as are the rose bouquets in the four corners of the field. Also in keeping with the French prototypes, a simple striated band serves as an understated border. The palette of warm ivory and soft earth tones with its sparing red accents provides the perfect complement for the restrained yet dynamic design. Style: Hooked Origin: America Size: 9. ft 09 in x 11 ft 08 in (2.97 m x 3.56 m)   « Less

Antique Amtritsar carpet, India, late 19th century This elegant antique Amritsar provides a last glimpse of the splendor of Mogul India. Here the traditional palette of reds,  More »

Antique Amtritsar carpet, India, late 19th century This elegant antique Amritsar provides a last glimpse of the splendor of Mogul India. Here the traditional palette of reds, greens, and soft saffrons from the great Mogul carpets of the classic era re-emerges in a rich pattern of soft red and green interlacing arabesques enclosing ivory and green palmettes and flowers of all sorts. The dominant red field is beautifully balanced by the ivory ground arabesque and palmette border. Style: Amritsar Origin: India Size: 9. ft 09 in x 11 ft 09 in (2.97 m x 3.58 m)   « Less