43714 Antique Oriental Serapi / Heriz, Persia, late nineteenth century - The very finest Herizes like this are distinguished by the term Serapi for their especially  More »

43714 Antique Oriental Serapi / Heriz, Persia, late nineteenth century - The very finest Herizes like this are distinguished by the term Serapi for their especially spontaneous and abstract drawing, and for the exceptional quality of their color. But even among Serapis, this is an outstanding piece. The field consists of sequential stepped zones in navy, ivory, red, and soft blue, each filled with bold, angular vinescrolls. Still, nothing prepares us for the remarkably original border with its scalloped rectangular palmettes and ladder-like vines. Inspired by a truly tribal or village rug spirit, it challenges the best Bakshaish carpets produced in the same general area. Style: Heriz-Serapi Origin: Persia Size: 9. ft x 12 ft 09 in (2.74 m x 3.89 m)   « Less

Antique Tabriz, Persia, circa 1900A classic Northwest Persian garden design in a compartment format unfolds majestically across the field of this lavish antique Tabriz. Each  More »

Antique Tabriz, Persia, circa 1900A classic Northwest Persian garden design in a compartment format unfolds majestically across the field of this lavish antique Tabriz. Each compartment represents a section of a formal Persian garden and sports a composition that is a little rug unto itself - willow trees, shrubs, vases spewing flowers, and a central band of cartouches evoking a waterway down the center. The vinescroll borders that frame the composition introduce an element of fluid curvilinearity to balance the architectural rectilinearity of the field. A masterpiece of worthy of the grand Tabriz tradition, whose soft coloration is supremely decorative as well. Style: Tabriz Origin: Persia Size: 9. ft 05 in x 12 ft 10 in (2.87 m x 3.91 m)   « Less

Style: Bidjar / Bijar Origin: Persia Size: 8. ft 10 in x 12 ft 10 in (2.69 m x 3.91 m)

Style: Bidjar / Bijar Origin: Persia Size: 8. ft 10 in x 12 ft 10 in (2.69 m x 3.91 m)   « Less

Antique Sultanabad Persian Carpet from Persia, circa 1900A rich allover design of interlacing arabesque tendrils in apricots, cream, and goldenrod undulates dramatically  More »

Antique Sultanabad Persian Carpet from Persia, circa 1900A rich allover design of interlacing arabesque tendrils in apricots, cream, and goldenrod undulates dramatically against a deep navy ground on this spectacular antique Sultanabad. The delicate forms and rhythms of the ivory ground border contrast nicely with the bold and graphic proportions and coloration of the field. Style: Sultanabad Origin: Persia Size: 9. ft 08 in x 12 ft 11 in (2.95 m x 3.94 m)   « Less

Antique Khorassan Persian Rug, early twentieth centuryEast almost appears to meet west in this charming and unusual antique Khorassan. An allover pattern of cartouches  More »

Antique Khorassan Persian Rug, early twentieth centuryEast almost appears to meet west in this charming and unusual antique Khorassan. An allover pattern of cartouches reminiscent of European design repeats gracefully across the pale cocoa ground, but interspersed with vines and flowers of classical Persian derivation. The Persian tradition predominates in the arabesque palmette borders, but preserving the detail and coloration of the field. The overall effect is pleasingly harmonious and wonderfully decorative, especially because of the reserved design and gentle palette. Style: Khorassan Origin: Persia Size: 9. ft 06 in x 12 ft 11 in (2.90 m x 3.94 m)   « Less

Antique Oushak / Ushak, Turkey, circa 1900 The rich red field of this sumptuous Oushak is graced by an array of grand palmettes, tendrils, and medallion-like clusters of  More »

Antique Oushak / Ushak, Turkey, circa 1900 The rich red field of this sumptuous Oushak is graced by an array of grand palmettes, tendrils, and medallion-like clusters of arabesques. The forms and saffron ground of the border echoes the field elements giving the carpet a unified yet contrasting effect. This is a classic adaptation of Persian design with bold large scale drawing for which Oushaks are rightly prized as superior decorative rugs. Style: Oushak / Ushak Origin: Turkey Size: 10 ft 06 in x 12 ft 11 in (3.20 m x 3.94 m)   « Less

Antique Amtritsar carpet, India, early 20th century A striking allover design of palmettes, vines, and cloudbands dances rhythmically across the deep burgundy field of this  More »

Antique Amtritsar carpet, India, early 20th century A striking allover design of palmettes, vines, and cloudbands dances rhythmically across the deep burgundy field of this grand Amritsar. The slate blue and marigold tones of the borders pick up the coloration of the field details, imparting unity to the design despite the very different detail of the border motifs. Style: Amritsar Origin: India Size: 10 ft 07 in x 12 ft 11 in (3.23 m x 3.94 m)   « Less

A capital of the Iranian province of Azerbaijan, the ancient city of Tabriz maintained a lengthy and distinguished reputation as a center for culture, architecture and carpet  More »

A capital of the Iranian province of Azerbaijan, the ancient city of Tabriz maintained a lengthy and distinguished reputation as a center for culture, architecture and carpet weaving . Under the Qajar dynasty, it became the wealthiest city in the Persian empire and has been especially acclaimed for its fine carpets woven in the last quarter of the nineteenth century. This carpet is a magnificent example of that heritage and displays all the elements of a classic Tabriz. The visual impact of the central medallion is moderated by a soft celadon hue that allows it to blend harmoniously with other colors throughout the rug, such as the ivory ground and the palest aqua in the corners. This same celadon dye is used again in the border to give the piece an exquisite balance. Highlights of cranberry appear in the fine, filigreed details of arabesques and blossoms, adding sparkle and character to the surfaces as they accentuate the sinuous drawing in various motifs. The border components of alternating cartouches and rosettes express a rhythmic architectural structure that provides a satisfying counterpoint to the graceful fluidity found in the field. Style: Tabriz Origin: Persia Size: 9. ft 04 in x 13 ft (2.84 m x 3.96 m)   « Less

This opulent antique Agra carpet reflects the great tradition of classic Persian and Indian carpets in a soft palette eminently well suited to decorative use. A lavish  More »

This opulent antique Agra carpet reflects the great tradition of classic Persian and Indian carpets in a soft palette eminently well suited to decorative use. A lavish network of palmettes and flowers in tans and cocoas is punctuated sparingly by a few splashes of wine tone against a soft aquamarine ground. The wine tone recurs in the ground of the magnificent border of strapwork vines and palmettes. Style: Agra Origin: India Size: 10 ft x 13 ft (3.05 m x 3.96 m)   « Less

Antique Khorassan Persian Rug, circa 1900A lush design of palmettes, leaves, flowers, and vines inspired by classical Persian carpets of the Safavid era spreads majestically  More »

Antique Khorassan Persian Rug, circa 1900A lush design of palmettes, leaves, flowers, and vines inspired by classical Persian carpets of the Safavid era spreads majestically across the deep blue ground of this extraordinary antique Khorassan. These lovely forms and their gentle coloration - using soft tans, cocoas, ivory, and pale green - are nicely accented by the contrast of the deep blue ground. The delicate arabesque vinescroll border continues the palette and design texture of the field on a slightly smaller scale, but unifying the entire carpet with a strong decorative emphasis. Style: Khorassan Origin: Persia Size: 9. ft 07 in x 13 ft (2.92 m x 3.96 m)   « Less