Antique Early Period Greek Embroidery from Epirus, seventeenth century - A sinuous pattern of vines, carnations, and botehs wends its way across the ivory ground of this  More »

Antique Early Period Greek Embroidery from Epirus, seventeenth century - A sinuous pattern of vines, carnations, and botehs wends its way across the ivory ground of this delicate and exquisite Ottoman period embroidery from the west Balkan, Epirote region. The charm of the piece resides not only in the gentle rhythms of the design, but in the lovely palette of red and soft blues against patinated ivory-tan linen ground, and also in the way that the border and field are comprised of the very same elements. Size: 1. ft 02 in x 5. ft 01 in (0.36 m x 1.55 m)   « Less

Featuring a dense all-over arabesque over an intense Persian blue ground with shades that burgeon on turquoise, this luxurious carpet from Kashan exemplifies all the  More »

Featuring a dense all-over arabesque over an intense Persian blue ground with shades that burgeon on turquoise, this luxurious carpet from Kashan exemplifies all the hallmarks that make Persian carpets universally appealing. From the luminescent silk pile to the subtle, earthy colors, each element of this carpet takes classic Persian design to a level of absolute perfection. Size: 2. ft 01 in x 5. ft 01 in (0.64 m x 1.55 m)   « Less

Antique Kashan Carpet Fragment, Persia, late nineteenth century - An expansive yet finely articulated Mina Khani or floral trellis spreads gracefully across the field of one  More »

Antique Kashan Carpet Fragment, Persia, late nineteenth century - An expansive yet finely articulated Mina Khani or floral trellis spreads gracefully across the field of one of what must have been one of the finest Kashan carpets produced in the late nineteenth century. The drawing and design are superb, even masterful, maintaining the highest classical Persian standards. Yet the true beauty of the piece resides ultimately in the color, especially in the interplay between the terracotta ground, the soft saffron vines, and the floral details in shades of pale blue, green, and ivory. Size: 2. ft 11 in x 5. ft 11 in (0.89 m x 1.80 m)   « Less

Featuring a classic European border filled with floral bouquets, architectural scrollwork and realistic shadowing, this exquisite tapestry also uses floating landscape  More »

Featuring a classic European border filled with floral bouquets, architectural scrollwork and realistic shadowing, this exquisite tapestry also uses floating landscape scenes and purely Asian elements. In addition to the detailed depictions of Oriental life, which include courtiers seated on an elaborate Persian carpet, the plants, birds, people and scenery are full of detailed nuances. Size: 8. ft 10 in x 6. ft (2.69 m x 1.83 m)   « Less

Antique English Scatter Rug, late nineteenth centuryThe classical, naturalistic rendering of the leafy curling scrolls and flowers on this lovely antique English rug recall  More »

Antique English Scatter Rug, late nineteenth centuryThe classical, naturalistic rendering of the leafy curling scrolls and flowers on this lovely antique English rug recall the French Savonnerie carpets from across the Channel. But the deeper golden coloration and the asymmetry of the design are distinctively English, recalling the taste and sensibility of the arts and Crafts Movement of the times. The soft reds and ivory play off especially nicely against the varied shades of warm tan. Size: 2. ft 06 in x 6. ft 03 in (0.76 m x 1.91 m)   « Less

Antique American Hooked Rug, early twentieth century - A soft palette of mauve, taupe, tans, cool blues and greens and greens, and a bold yet picturesque sense of design make  More »

Antique American Hooked Rug, early twentieth century - A soft palette of mauve, taupe, tans, cool blues and greens and greens, and a bold yet picturesque sense of design make this one of the most charming antique American hooked rugs. Large S-scrolls sprouting oak clusters hover airily across a multi-colored striated ground like windblown leaves in an autumn sky, surrounded by an animated zig-zag border. A folk art masterpiece of joyful exuberance. Size: 1. ft 10 in x 6. ft 04 in (0.56 m x 1.93 m)   « Less

Ingrain Carpet, Northeast United States, Circa 1859 Designed By John Kachel - A lovely allover design of red leaves complemented by blue rosettes and star flowers repeats  More »

Ingrain Carpet, Northeast United States, Circa 1859 Designed By John Kachel - A lovely allover design of red leaves complemented by blue rosettes and star flowers repeats symmetrically across the soft ivory tan ground of this lovely antique American Ingrain carpet. The side borders consist of flowering vases arranged in series, while the upper and lower borders have sprays of roses. despite the variation in motifs across the rug, the piece has strong visual and decorative unity because of the constant alternation between forms in red and blue. The arranged of the field elements also suggests circular medallion like forms in the reserved ivory ground, amplifying the ornamental richness and effect of the piece. The inscription in all four corners states that it was made by John Kachel for Elizabeth Fry in 1859. Size: 6. ft 05 in x 6. ft 06 in (1.96 m x 1.98 m)   « Less

Featuring gilded pillars, ribbons, bows and colorful swags of flowers, this traditional tapestry piece combines the architectural style and lush botanical motifs synonymous  More »

Featuring gilded pillars, ribbons, bows and colorful swags of flowers, this traditional tapestry piece combines the architectural style and lush botanical motifs synonymous with the period. Suspended above the central bouquet, gilded vase and ornate pedestal is a secondary cluster of fruits and foliage with a pitcher and symbolic scepter that complete this classic tapestry. Size: 2. ft 06 in x 6. ft 06 in (0.76 m x 1.98 m)   « Less

Woven in the French tradition, this elegantly-detailed tapestry combines exquisite shading and expert craftsmanship to produce a finished product with life-like flowers and  More »

Woven in the French tradition, this elegantly-detailed tapestry combines exquisite shading and expert craftsmanship to produce a finished product with life-like flowers and acanthus-leaf scrolls that appear three-dimensional. Set atop a decorative pedestal with gilded ram’s heads, this carpet features a magnificent floral bouquet in a golden vase under a bundle of symbolic accoutrements that include a horn, jug and decorative scepter. Size: 2. ft 06 in x 6. ft 06 in (0.76 m x 1.98 m)   « Less

Bordered by a slate-blue ground and swags of lanceolate leaves, this classic Aubusson rug features a number of France’s archetypal tapestry designs, including lush  More »

Bordered by a slate-blue ground and swags of lanceolate leaves, this classic Aubusson rug features a number of France’s archetypal tapestry designs, including lush bouquets, delicate pastel shading and architectural scrollwork. Size: 6. ft 07 in x 6. ft 07 in (2.01 m x 2.01 m)   « Less