Antique Aubusson, France, late nineteenth centuryAn allover design of rose stems repeats across the ivory field of this supremely elegant antique Aubusson. The field itself  More »

Antique Aubusson, France, late nineteenth centuryAn allover design of rose stems repeats across the ivory field of this supremely elegant antique Aubusson. The field itself is circumscribed by an enclosing cartouche, embellished further by a lattice and more rose stems. A magnificent undulating ivory border of delicate rococo scrolls and rose garlands frames the field, enclosed finally by a rich salmon edge-ground making the transition to the rectangular form of the carpet. Size: 11 ft 05 in x 23 ft 06 in (3.48 m x 7.16 m)   « Less

Antique Bakshaish, Persia, late nineteenth centuryAlthough the various motifs and the drawing of this outstanding carpet come from the repertoire of the Heriz family of  More »

Antique Bakshaish, Persia, late nineteenth centuryAlthough the various motifs and the drawing of this outstanding carpet come from the repertoire of the Heriz family of Northwest Persian rugs, the weave, the layout of the design, and the gorgeous palette of autumnal colors combined with green and ivory all show that it is a Bahshaish from the neighboring region. Bakshaishes are unique in utilizing allover floral designs of small-scale village or tribal type to create room-sized pieces. Here the result is rather unusual, with various ‘flame’ palmettes, some surrounded by curling ‘sickle’ leaves, simply repeated symmetrically, alternating with oblong ivory cartouches, instead of being strung together as a unified centralized design. The interlacing vinescroll border is especially well done, set so effectively against a deep navy ground to contrast with the warmer palette of the field. Style: Bakshaish Origin: Persia Size: 11 ft 08 in x 18 ft 01 in (3.56 m x 5.51 m)   « Less

Antique Agra, India, early twentieth centuryA rich allover pattern of interlocked swaying, serrated leaves and circular palmettes unfolds in perfect symmetry across the field  More »

Antique Agra, India, early twentieth centuryA rich allover pattern of interlocked swaying, serrated leaves and circular palmettes unfolds in perfect symmetry across the field of this splendid antique Agra. Lush shrubs arranged in series make up the border. While the various elements of the design come from the Classic Mughal Indian rug weaving tradition, the allover configuration s more Persian. The tone-on-tone palette also departs from Mughal precedent and renders the complexity of the pattern more subtle and suitable for contemporary decorative design. Size: 12 ft x 23 ft 08 in (3.66 m x 7.21 m)   « Less

Antique Meshad, Persia, circa 1900Fine spiraling vines replete with palmettes and a host of tiny flowers spew forth from a central leafy rosette on this classically elegant  More »

Antique Meshad, Persia, circa 1900Fine spiraling vines replete with palmettes and a host of tiny flowers spew forth from a central leafy rosette on this classically elegant antique Meshad. The drawing is expert in its delicate precision, but yet grand in its large-scale, looming sweep. The highly decorative palette of soft blues, mauves, and ivory with sparing use of aubergine for accent provides the color equivalent of the delicate drawing. The main border adapts the palette and design elements of the field to a running format, with light blue-ground minor borders to subtly reinforce its framing function. The luminous pile reaffirms luxuriant elegance of the design. Size: 9. ft 02 in x 23 ft 09 in (2.79 m x 7.24 m)   « Less

Late 19th century Tabriz Haji Jalili - The Haji Jalili workshop is world renowned for producing the finest pieces in Persia. This rug’s grand sweeping palmette design  More »

Late 19th century Tabriz Haji Jalili - The Haji Jalili workshop is world renowned for producing the finest pieces in Persia. This rug’s grand sweeping palmette design recalls the great Persian court carpets of the seventeenth century Safavid dynasty. With its extremely fine weave, lavish all over large scale design, ivory background and soft coloration this piece is not only a great decorative item but a truly magnificent work of art. Style: Tabriz Origin: Persia Size: 12 ft 08 in x 18 ft 02 in (3.86 m x 5.54 m)   « Less

Antique Tabriz, Persia, circa 1900An allover Mina Khani or trellis design of slender, angular arabesques repeats rhythmically across the soft terracotta field of this lovely  More »

Antique Tabriz, Persia, circa 1900An allover Mina Khani or trellis design of slender, angular arabesques repeats rhythmically across the soft terracotta field of this lovely antique Tabriz. The particular configuration of the forms produces a series of sideways figure-eights which define in turn a latent or subtle reciprocal pattern of stars. Tiny floral, motifs fill and embellish the intervening areas of the red ground. The border of radiating star palmettes is unusual, and here the use of a sea green ground creates an appropriate framing contrast to the field, accented further by ivory-ground minor borders. Style: Tabriz Origin: Persia Size: 13 ft 02 in x 18 ft 03 in (4.01 m x 5.56 m)   « Less

A vinescroll trellis or Mina Khani design of lush, leafy arabesques repeats with consummate grace and symmetry across the raspberry field of this extraordinary antique  More »

A vinescroll trellis or Mina Khani design of lush, leafy arabesques repeats with consummate grace and symmetry across the raspberry field of this extraordinary antique Kerman. Here the color combinations of ivory, soft ochre, and forest green against the raspberry ground are simply superb. The border has a lavish strapwork arabesque vinescroll set against a creamy ivory ground that offers the perfect framing contrast to the palette of the field. Such a mastery of classic Persian design and color is unusual even among the finest Kermans of this kind. Size: 9. ft 02 in x 30 ft 07 in (2.79 m x 9.32 m)   « Less

Antique Khorassan rug from Persia, circa 1900This magnificent antique Khorassan combines two great classical Persian rug traditions - that of the garden carpet and the prayer  More »

Antique Khorassan rug from Persia, circa 1900This magnificent antique Khorassan combines two great classical Persian rug traditions - that of the garden carpet and the prayer rug. Tall pillar-like trees rise up from the landscape as their leafy branches with pecking birds fill out the surrounding space. Lions recline at their trunks amidst smaller cypresses. The trees do double duty as columns for the prayer arch above. The prayer niche here is actually a window that opens on the a view of paradise in the form of a garden. Elegant vinescrolls on a golden ground comprise the borders, providing a framing contrast to the blue-ground field. Style: Khorassan Origin: Persia Size: 13 ft 03 in x 18 ft 04 in (4.04 m x 5.59 m)   « Less

Antique Amritsar from North India, circa 1900 A classic Persian Heriz or Serapi design provides the point of departure for this elegant and reserved Amritsar. A grand  More »

Antique Amritsar from North India, circa 1900 A classic Persian Heriz or Serapi design provides the point of departure for this elegant and reserved Amritsar. A grand medallion and cornerpieces emitting jutting vines and palmettes dominates the field, with the bold angular drawing comparable to the best Serapi. But unlike the Persian carpets with such designs, this carpet does not apply a vibrant palette of reds, blues and greens. Rather, it displays a subdued palette of gentle mauves, cocoa, tan, and gold in field and border alike, which makes it a first-rate decorative carpet. Style: Amritsar Origin: India Size: 14 ft 05 in x 18 ft 08 in (4.39 m x 5.69 m)   « Less

Antique Amritsar Rug, India, circa 1910 This Antique Amritsar carpet appears as if a prized pendant was placed on a piece of finely woven velvet. The enlarged border  More »

Antique Amritsar Rug, India, circa 1910 This Antique Amritsar carpet appears as if a prized pendant was placed on a piece of finely woven velvet. The enlarged border design is reminiscent of classic 18th century Agra carpets. This carpet has the look of something made for an important Mughal palace. Style: Amritsar Origin: India Size: 12 ft 03 in x 18 ft 08 in (3.73 m x 5.69 m)   « Less