Antique Milas Turkish Carpet, late nineteenth centuryA series of bold serrated medallions repeats rhythmically to produce the field of this impressive Melas. The rich palette  More »

Antique Milas Turkish Carpet, late nineteenth centuryA series of bold serrated medallions repeats rhythmically to produce the field of this impressive Melas. The rich palette of contrasting reds, salmons, yellows, and cocoas nicely accentuates the graphic effect of the design, whose scale is then balanced by the finer detail of the borders. The overall effect is harmonious and decorative, while also constituting an outstanding example of Turkish village weaving. Style: Milas / Melas Origin: Turkey Size: 3. ft 02 in x 12 ft 11 in (0.97 m x 3.94 m)   « Less

Antique Karabagh Runner, Persia, late nineteenth centuryA strikingly graphic design of diamond medallions with finials repeats down the length of this extraordinary Karabagh  More »

Antique Karabagh Runner, Persia, late nineteenth centuryA strikingly graphic design of diamond medallions with finials repeats down the length of this extraordinary Karabagh runner. The palette of the carpet is vibrant, with medallions rendered largely in black and yellow boldly set against the brilliant red field. A cooler grayish tan border frames the field, although it vinescroll design maintains the strident geometric drawing of the field. The openness of the design balances the use of rich color, and indeed, it allows the color to take pride of place in the overall composition. Antique Karabagh Runner, Persia, late nineteenth centuryA strikingly graphic design of diamond medallions with finials repeats down the length of this extraordinary Karabagh runner. The palette of the carpet is vibrant, with medallions rendered largely in black and yellow boldly set against the brilliant red field. A cooler grayish tan border frames the field, although it vinescroll design maintains the strident geometric drawing of the field. The openness of the design balances the use of rich color, and indeed, it allows the color to take pride of place in the overall composition. Antique Karabagh Runner, Persia, late nineteenth centuryA strikingly graphic design of diamond medallions with finials repeats down the length of this extraordinary Karabagh runner. The palette of the carpet is vibrant, with medallions rendered largely in black and yellow boldly set against the brilliant red field. A cooler grayish tan border frames the field, although it vinescroll design maintains the strident geometric drawing of the field. The openness of the design balances the use of rich color, and indeed, it allows the color to take pride of place in the overall composition. Style: Karabagh Origin: Caucasus Size: 3. ft 07 in x 13 ft 01 in (1.09 m x 3.99 m)   « Less

Style: Serab Origin: Persia Size: 3. ft 02 in x 13 ft 04 in (0.97 m x 4.06 m)

Style: Serab Origin: Persia Size: 3. ft 02 in x 13 ft 04 in (0.97 m x 4.06 m)   « Less

Antique Kirshehir, Turkey, circa 1900This lavishly decorative antique Turkish long rug adapts the niched design of prayer rugs to the format of a runner. Within the elongated  More »

Antique Kirshehir, Turkey, circa 1900This lavishly decorative antique Turkish long rug adapts the niched design of prayer rugs to the format of a runner. Within the elongated arch or niche hangs a series of lamps against the deep crimson ground. There is no border strictly speaking, only vertical columns of stylized flowers also set against the ground. This arrangement imparts a sense of openness and clarity to the design, which nicely balances and mollifies the rich coloration and ornamental detail. Style: Kirshehir Origin: Turkey Size: 3. ft 05 in x 13 ft 04 in (1.04 m x 4.06 m)   « Less

43819 Antique Serab Runner, Persia, late nineteenth century - A classic design of hexagonal medallions and stylized vines unfolds down the field of this richly graphic  More »

43819 Antique Serab Runner, Persia, late nineteenth century - A classic design of hexagonal medallions and stylized vines unfolds down the field of this richly graphic antique Serab. Vinescroll and S-dragon borders frame the field. The dominant use of a natural camel ground is quintessentially Serab, as is the highly abstract, geometry of the design. But the lovely array and impact of red, blue, and mauve tones set against the camel is exceptional, even among the best Serabs. The richness of the design and palette are matched by the sumptuous, tactile beauty of the plush wool pile. Style: Serab Origin: Persia Size: 3. ft 06 in x 13 ft 04 in (1.07 m x 4.06 m)   « Less

Antique Karabagh rug, late nineteenth century - A pattern of scalloped and star medallions and exotic birds repeats across the field of this extraordinary antique  More »

Antique Karabagh rug, late nineteenth century - A pattern of scalloped and star medallions and exotic birds repeats across the field of this extraordinary antique Karabagh runner. These forms are enclosed by a still larger crenelated light pistachio green medallion against a surrounding apricot field. The system of finely wrought multiple borders contrasts effectively with the larger, more open field pattern, while still echoing its precise drawing and animated geometry. Style: Karabagh Origin: Caucasus Size: 3. ft 11 in x 14 ft 02 in (1.19 m x 4.32 m)   « Less

Antique Persian Bijar Runner, circa 1900 - Only the distinctive, unmistakable weave identifies this extraordinary long rug as an antique Bijar. The stunningly abstract  More »

Antique Persian Bijar Runner, circa 1900 - Only the distinctive, unmistakable weave identifies this extraordinary long rug as an antique Bijar. The stunningly abstract palmettes of the field and the dragon border are features usually encountered on the most sought-after Shirvan or Kuba rugs from the Caucasus, although they are rendered here with an exciting boldness and scale unprecedented in the Caucasian examples. The open camel ground, reminiscent of Serab and Bakshaish rugs, also betrays the Northwest Persian background of this unique and magnificent piece. Style: Bidjar / Bijar Origin: Persia Size: 3. ft 08 in x 14 ft 03 in (1.12 m x 4.34 m)   « Less

Style: Shirvan Origin: Caucasus Size: 3. ft 05 in x 14 ft 04 in (1.04 m x 4.37 m)

Style: Shirvan Origin: Caucasus Size: 3. ft 05 in x 14 ft 04 in (1.04 m x 4.37 m)   « Less

Antique Karabagh Long Rug, Caucasus, late nineteenth century. While most antique Karabagh rugs represent a distinctive Caucasian tradition of village rug design, some like  More »

Antique Karabagh Long Rug, Caucasus, late nineteenth century. While most antique Karabagh rugs represent a distinctive Caucasian tradition of village rug design, some like this lovely example relate more to Persian rug traditions from further south. The field has the classic Persian Herati design of curling leaves and flowers arranged against a diamond vine lattice. Here the design elements in gold with violet accents are so closely configured that the dark ground emerges as little more than an outline. The gold ground vinescroll border provides an effective contrast in color, as does its acanthus vinescroll motif, reflecting another rare Karabagh tendency – a taste for western European design elements. to Wish List | Email this Rug | Request More Info Style: Karabagh Origin: Caucasus Size: 3. ft 08 in x 14 ft 05 in (1.12 m x 4.39 m)   « Less

Antique Serab, Persia, early twentieth centuryThis crisply elegant antique Serab has a design of hexagonal medallions in a staggered arrangement set against a lovely  More »

Antique Serab, Persia, early twentieth centuryThis crisply elegant antique Serab has a design of hexagonal medallions in a staggered arrangement set against a lovely monochrome honeycomb pattern. A double vinescroll border fames the field, echoing the palette of sage green, terracotta, and soft blue used in the medallions. An outer zone in natural camel wool encloses the frame in the classic Serab manner. Style: Serab Origin: Persia Size: 3. ft 08 in x 16 ft 04 in (1.12 m x 4.98 m)   « Less