Expressionist Rugs

Aki Rug Maroon red by Studio Christinekalia Dimensions: W 180 x L 300. Materials: Artificial wool, felt. Christine Kalia is a design studio exploring modes of spatial relations between architectural, interior and product design. The studio’s vision is calibrated towards ecocentric design and contemporary aesthetics; where the end products manifest the prime materials. The various collections take different approaches to this design mode, often seen as sitting in-between reality and daydreaming. The “coming from” of each design’s unique materiality is carefully crafted towards a “belonging with”, where the sophisticated design of the studio’s products is complementing any environment, in order to elevate its aesthetic aura. Christine Petrou...

Hand-knotted in the 1920s, very rare Turkish silk Kaysari. Looks like a 16th century Polonaise Design. Evenly low and wear areas. Measures: 4'10" x 6'9".

A vintage Turkish Tulu rug from the mid-20th century.

This unusually-shaped carpet is known as a "makden" and was originally used by a nomadic traveler as an artful covering for his horse. Placed between the saddle and the horse, the makden cushioned the rigid saddle and kept the horse warm in cold climates. Most under-saddle carpets...

Navajo rugs and blankets are textiles produced by Navajo people of the Four Corners area of the United States. Navajo textiles are highly regarded and have been sought after as trade items for over 150 years. Commercial production of handwoven blankets and rugs has been an important element of the Navajo economy. As one expert expresses it, "Classic Navajo serapes...

A vintage Turkish Anatolian rug from the mid-20th century. Measures: 7' 3" x 9' 2".

A unique flat-weave with a very robust texture obtained by brocading a warp-faced fabric composed of very thick woolen light orange wefts. It is inspired by the reed carpets of the T...

Rug made in China designed and manufactured by Atelier Versace Petit Barocco Nero 200 x 300 In good original condition, with minor wear consistent with age and use A vintage Gian...

This remarkable antique Chinese silk rug, dating from the early 20th century, presents an extraordinary example of imperial symbolism and artisanal mastery. Woven entirely from lustr...

Maonan Textile, Southern China, c. 1900 A rare and highly decorative Maonan textile from southern China, dating to around 1900, featuring an exceptionally rich composition of styliz...

This vintage Gianni Versace collection rug, titled "Mandarin's Garden Silk", was designed and manufactured by Atelier Versace circa 1980. Measuring 200 x 200, this luxurious silk rug...

This folky pictorial handmade wool boot and shoe applique runner has the original blue ticking backing. This wonderful Folk Art textile has a velcro backing trim for hanging on a wall or framed stretcher. The binding edge is made from an old wool buggy blanket...