Antique Borders

Surrounding the medallion, the rug transitions into intricate corner patterns formed by small repeating blossoms, creating a subtle contrast between large-scale and micro-scale desig...

Chinese Cinnabar Lacquer Floral-Shaped Tray with Gilt Border, Qing Dynasty, 17th–18th Century An exceptional Chinese carved cinnabar lacquer tray of elegant floral form, dating from...

Note the experimentation with Folk Art in the outer guard border.

Framed by scrolling foliate borders, the design conveys the delicate elegance and decorative charm of early hooked rugs.

And then there is the wonderful, highly unusual border, composed of alternating Ohio Stars and large green triangles that frame the composition.

Large Antique Round Silver Plate Serving Tray With Grape & Leaf Border C1890 Measures - 1 1/8" x 20 3/8" x 20 3/8"

Outstanding Floral Bessarabian Kilim with Light Green Border, Mid-19th Century Pile carpets and flat-weaves known in the market as 'Bessarabian' were woven mostly in the 19th centu...

Antique Greek Key Design Border Navajo Native American 1890s Rug, Country of Origin: Native American Rugs, Circa Date: 1890s.

Set of Six Early 19th Century French Botanical Dessert Plates with Green Borders and Fire-Gilt Trim A rare and refined set of six early 19th-century French porcelain dessert plates,...

Moroccan Moorish style bone and brass arched mirror. The bone incised concentric circle decoration. And colored with white diamonds against a black background. All enclosed in a tack...

Measuring approximately 13 by 19 feet, this historic textile features a hand-knotted pile weave over an elegant beige ground, beautifully contrasted by a bold red border. It showcase...

12 superbly hand painted cabinet plates with scenes of named places in monochromatic bittersweet red with pierced rims. The gold borders and molded raised flower decoration further e...

Title: "Kaartje van Persien na de stelling van den Heer Guillaume de L'Isle" Translates to "Map of Persia based on the work of Mr. Guillaume de L'Isle." Guillaume de L'Isle was a p...

Black center with gold border.

Celtic Knotwork and Borders – Antique Print of Interlacing Patterns, c.1869 This striking chromolithograph from Plate XXXVIII of L'Ornement Polychrome offers a meticulously curated ...

Middle Ages Decorative Motifs – Gothic Tile and Border Designs, c.1869 This striking chromolithograph, Plate XLI from L'Ornement Polychrome, presents a rich array of medieval decora...

Equally compelling is the restrained use of the surrounding field, where clusters of grapes, leaves, and blossoms occupy the corners and borders without overwhelming the visual juxta...

Antique map titled 'Asie Ottomane ou Turquie d'Asie'. Attractive map of Turkey in Asia. The map covers the Asian territories claimed by the Turkish Ottoman Empire c.1850 from the Bla...

Antique map titled 'Empires Chinois et Japonnais'. Attractive map of China and Japan. This map originates from Maison Basset's 1852 edition of 'Atlas Illustre Destine a l'enseignemen...

Antique map titled 'Espagne et Portugal'. Attractive map of Spain and Portugal. The map covers all of Spain and Portugal from France to the Mediterranean Sea and includes the Baleari...

Antique map titled 'Russie d'Europe'. Attractive map of Russia in Europe, covers the European portions of Russia from the Arctic Sea south to the Black Sea and Caspian Sea. This map ...

Narrow inner guard borders in terracotta red with small geometric motifs complete the layered border system.

19th Carved and Polychrome Wooden Relief with Vegetal Motifs and Border

The composition is framed by a complex series of guard borders, featuring stylized floral elements alternating with running water motifs, demonstrating the weaver’s technical mastery.

The composition is framed by an elegant floral and acanthus leaf border in warm brick red, cream, deep blue, and soft green tones, creating a richly decorative yet beautifully faded ...

Antique Afghan Bahluli Baluch rug with a lattice design and ivory ground border Circa 1890 Bahluli Baluch rugs are fairly scarce and originate from the borders of Western Afghanista...

Early 20th Century Central Asian Chinese Khotan Carpet ( 6'4" x 12 -193 x 365 )

A specific cluster of northern Indian rugs are inspired by antique Chinese weavings, and are often referred to as Indochine. Here wee see a very subtle palette on an ivory background...

Six Antique Chinese Hand Painted Arched Wood & Metal Screen Panels With Garden Elements & Dragon Border C1880 Measures - 69 7/8" x 14 1/2" x 1"

Map of Western United States 1903 – Railroads, State Borders, and Terrain This beautifully engraved map titled "United States of North America (Western Sheet)" was created by Keith ...

Late 19th Century Turkish Oushak Carpet ( 9' 2'' x 12' 280 x 366 )

19th Century Turkish Angora Oushak Prayer Rug ( 3'10" x 5'10" - 117 x 178 )

The geography is highly detailed, featuring a dense network of rivers, fortified cities, forests, and regional borders. The region of Flanders (Flandria), Cambrésis, and parts of the...

Title: Antique Map of Persia and Afghanistan, 1903, with Delicate Pastel Borders and Detailed Topography Description: This antique map, titled "Persia and Afghanistan," was engraved...

Title: 1882 Map of Brazil: Historic Borders, River Systems, and Coastal Regions Description: This 1882 map presents a detailed cartographic view of Brazil, the largest country in S...

The composition is enclosed within an exceptionally ornate floriate border, richly decorated with garlands, classical motifs, and cartographic instruments.

Hand-knotted in lush, high-pile wool in Sweden circa 1960-1970, this 4x7 vintage Swedish Rya rug is a bold new addition to Rug & Kilim’s curation of iconic, collectible mid-century S...

19thc French Antique Cut Crystal/ Gold Bordered Deluxe Candle Holder. This piece is stunning!

A high quality antique kazak low pile wool rug with a blue, pink, brown and ivory border. The dyes are so vibrant. Navy and Watermelon!

This gothic style architectural segment of a building facade located ion Harlem, NYC, was carved 1924-1926 by William Bradley & Son Cut Stone Contractors. In 2020, each limestone scu...

The rug’s border system is one of its standout features: alternating “T”-shaped motifs and stepped geometric patterns create a strong architectural frame that enhances the movement a...

Antique map covering the central part of Europe with Germany in the centre and the Netherlands in west. With one cartouche containing cherubs and coat of arms. Published in Amsterdam...

The strength of the set comes from the rhythm of the border, the clarity of the porcelain, and the quiet formality of the gilded edge.

The totally plain eggshell field is framed by a narrow border system. The skinny main stripe shows leaves and diamond florets.

Antique Map of Southeastern France & Corsica – Stülpnagel Engraving, 1858 Highly detailed 19th-century map titled "Südöstliches Frankreich"(Southeastern France), engraved by Friedri...

Antique Shirvan Prayer Rug with All-Over Floral Design and Geometric Borders. Keivan Woven Arts / rug X23-0404-251 / early 20th century.

Boasting a rich, midnight blue open field, the rug is centered by a highly detailed floral medallion in soft pastels and ivory, framed by a luminous golden-tan border. A deep, vibran...

The spacious central panel creates a sense of calm and balance, framed by a series of bold, intricately patterned borders rendered in ivory, red, sky blue, and earthy neutrals.

A gorgeous Arts & Crafts or Art Deco period gilt bronze large charger plate or serving tray with decorative border By Tiffany Studios (signed to the underside) New York, USA, Early...

The wide, contrasting border frames the composition in a rich shade of taupe-brown, providing depth and visual contrast to the luminous field.

An attractive west Anatolian long rug with an abrashed navy ground decorated with ragged palmettes and slanted acanthus leaves in nine full rows, ecru, red, pale blue and green accen...

The narrow border barely contains the colorful and mobile elements.

Beautifully framed in 15ct gold with a natural seed pearl border. Measures approx height 31.8mm & width 26.3mm *chain sold separately All of our items are either Antique, Vintag...

A French large faience platter signed HB Quimper with a blue border, depicting a man shaving another man sitting on a barrel.

This large West Anatolian workshop carpet displays an in-and-out somewhat stylized palmette design, supplemented by cloudbands and stiff vinery, all on the rust field, with details i...

High quality Chinese Export brass tray or charger with incised decoration and openwork, or fretwork border. Heavy cast with a beautifully burnished surface.

This elegant and refined oval tray, made of high-quality silver plate (Hard Metal), features a perfectly symmetrical shape. The border includes a delicate railing that rises slightly...

A dramatic tonal contrast is found in the ornate, near-black border, which provides a stately counterpoint to the vibrant heart of the rug.

- Gorgeous Regency nest of tables in mahogany - Set of four with carved borders - Very practical piece of English furniture, great for dinner and drinks parties - Viewings availab...

The table is made in cherry wood, features black borders and brass studs on the foot. It is particular for its octagoal section and its big central leg making this a sculptural and u...