Antique Tabriz Carpet, Persia, late nineteenth century A dazzling classical Safavid Persian "vase pattern" unfolds across the field of this exquisite antique Tabriz. Many  More »

Antique Tabriz Carpet, Persia, late nineteenth century A dazzling classical Safavid Persian "vase pattern" unfolds across the field of this exquisite antique Tabriz. Many colored lush palmettes emanating from fine vines in interlacing figure eights sway gracefully amidst a rich red ground, enclosed by a red ground border of finely worked vines, flowers, and rosettes. Rarely do nineteenth century Persian carpets capture so well the sumptuous effects of color and design that were the hallmark of the great masterpieces of classical Persian weaving. No photograph can do justice to the exceptional quality of its wool. Style: Tabriz Origin: Persia Size: 11 ft 03 in x 17 ft (3.43 m x 5.18 m)   « Less

Antique Khorassan Persian carpet, circa 1900The field of this stately antique Khorassan consists only of open, subtly abrashed reddish terracotta pile. The ornament is  More »

Antique Khorassan Persian carpet, circa 1900The field of this stately antique Khorassan consists only of open, subtly abrashed reddish terracotta pile. The ornament is restricted entirely to the borders with their finely detailed designs. The largest or main border is a linear excerpt of a classic Herati design. Set against a deep blue ground it provides a nice accent within the golden borders, and they all provide a lovely contrast to the soft redness of the field. Style: Khorassan Origin: Persia Size: 14 ft x 17 ft (4.27 m x 5.18 m)   « Less

Antique Savonnerie carpet, France, nineteenth century The delicate medallion surrounded by interlocking swags or flower garlands set against the soft golden ivory ground is  More »

Antique Savonnerie carpet, France, nineteenth century The delicate medallion surrounded by interlocking swags or flower garlands set against the soft golden ivory ground is quintessentially French neo-classical, in the grand Savonnerie tradition. Naturalistic sprays of roses hover in the intervening spaces, while a spiraling ribbon illusionistic Trompe l'oeil design comprises the border. The soft texture of the wool goes beautifully with the delicacy of the design and color. Style: Savonnerie Origin: France Size: 14 ft x 17 ft (4.27 m x 5.18 m)   « Less

Antique Bakshaish, Northwest Persia, Late 19th Century - A bold lattice of quatrefoils in soft reds repeats across the medium blue ground of this stunning antique Bakshaish,  More »

Antique Bakshaish, Northwest Persia, Late 19th Century - A bold lattice of quatrefoils in soft reds repeats across the medium blue ground of this stunning antique Bakshaish, enclosing various floral sprays or stylized shrubs. A vinescroll border with circular and 'sickle' palmettes set against a soft red ground frames the blue field, with smaller vinescroll minor borders on saffron gold as accents. Bakshaishes are prized for their bold, even primitive drawing and design, but rarely do they achieve the controlled symmetry and detailed elegance of this example. Style: Bakshaish Origin: Persia Size: 12 ft 07 in x 17 ft 01 in (3.84 m x 5.21 m)   « Less

Antique Serab, Persia, late nineteenth century Antique Serabs like this are famed for the geometric precision of their drawing and the open, unencumbered aspect of their  More »

Antique Serab, Persia, late nineteenth century Antique Serabs like this are famed for the geometric precision of their drawing and the open, unencumbered aspect of their design. Here the field consists of a monumental central hexagonal arrowhead medallion surrounded by four smaller ones. All the medallions are filled with small Boteh or paisley motifs in a rich, pungent palette that recurs in the main double vinescroll or ‘crab’ border. While the camel field appears open, it is embellished with a subtle, tone-on-tone diaper pattern for added design texture. Serabs are usually long rugs. Wider room-sized Serabs of this kind are exceptionally rare. Antique Serab, Persia, late nineteenth century Antique Serabs like this are famed for the geometric precision of their drawing and the open, unencumbered aspect of their design. Here the field consists of a monumental central hexagonal arrowhead medallion surrounded by four smaller ones. All the medallions are filled with small Boteh or paisley motifs in a rich, pungent palette that recurs in the main double vinescroll or ‘crab’ border. While the camel field appears open, it is embellished with a subtle, tone-on-tone diaper pattern for added design texture. Serabs are usually long rugs. Wider room-sized Serabs of this kind are exceptionally rare. Style: Serab Origin: Persia Size: 10 ft 04 in x 17 ft 01 in (3.15 m x 5.21 m)   « Less

Antique Kashan, Persia, circa 1910 Style: Kashan Origin: Persia Size: 10 ft 04 in x 17 ft 02 in (3.15 m x 5.23 m)

Antique Kashan, Persia, circa 1910 Style: Kashan Origin: Persia Size: 10 ft 04 in x 17 ft 02 in (3.15 m x 5.23 m)   « Less

Antique Tabriz, Persia, circa 1900. A classic Persian medallion design enclosed by a corner piece frame hovers amidst a profusion of delicate floral detail on this exquisite  More »

Antique Tabriz, Persia, circa 1900. A classic Persian medallion design enclosed by a corner piece frame hovers amidst a profusion of delicate floral detail on this exquisite antique Tabriz, although most of this complexity recedes from view within the soft, tone-on-tone coloration. Instead the floral detail appears more as variations in texture rather than pattern. The border system of classic palmette vinescrolls maintains a comparable scale, detail, and coloration to those of the field, thereby endowing the overall composition with a unified decorative harmony. Style: Tabriz Origin: Persia Size: 10 ft 08 in x 17 ft 02 in (3.25 m x 5.23 m)   « Less

Antique Tabriz, Persia, 1920s - This magnificent antique Tabriz offers the splendor of classic Persian palace carpets in the soft, cool palette of the finest decorative rugs.  More »

Antique Tabriz, Persia, 1920s - This magnificent antique Tabriz offers the splendor of classic Persian palace carpets in the soft, cool palette of the finest decorative rugs. Much of the rich floral of the field is rendered in subtly varied shades of tan that recede into the background, providing an impression of openness. The lightness of the field is nicely balanced by the deeper tan tones of the lace-like border. Style: Tabriz Origin: Persia Size: 11 ft 03 in x 17 ft 03 in (3.43 m x 5.26 m)   « Less

Antique Tabriz, Persia, circa 1900 - On this stately antique Tabriz a scalloped oval medallion filled with flowers and vines hovers amidst monumental cornerpieces of similar  More »

Antique Tabriz, Persia, circa 1900 - On this stately antique Tabriz a scalloped oval medallion filled with flowers and vines hovers amidst monumental cornerpieces of similar design with a scatter of tiny leaves and flowers in the intervening ground. A richly detailed palmette vinescroll makes up the main border, flanked by minor borders of similar design. Yet the complexity of the detail is nicely mollified by a cool, highly decorative palette limited to varied shades of tan and cocoa. Style: Tabriz Origin: Persia Size: 12 ft 09 in x 17 ft 03 in (3.89 m x 5.26 m)   « Less

Antique Agra rug, late nineteenth century - While many nineteenth-century carpets strive to evoke the rich and elegant detail of classical Persian and Mughal design, few  More »

Antique Agra rug, late nineteenth century - While many nineteenth-century carpets strive to evoke the rich and elegant detail of classical Persian and Mughal design, few actually capture it with the skill and authenticity of this sumptuous antique Agra. Brilliantly detailed palmettes and cloudbands dance alongside fine vines and birds in this magnificent ornamental evocation of the natural world. But however beautiful the field may be, it must share the stage with the spectacular cartouche border, and together they rival the classical forerunners that were their inspiration. Even the palette is faithful to such models with its saturated reds, greens, lavenders, and saffrons. Style: Agra Origin: India Size: 13 ft 06 in x 17 ft 05 in (4.11 m x 5.31 m)   « Less