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Doris Leslie Blau Vintage Samarkand (Khotan) Rug

$12,000
£9,272.08
€10,719.40
CA$16,956.87
A$19,018.25
CHF 9,959.57
MX$231,090.34
NOK 126,469.80
SEK 119,902.28
DKK 80,014.72

About the Item

Vintage Samarkand (Khotan) Rug Size: 3'4" × 6'8" (101 × 203 cm) This exquisite vintage Samarkand rug from the 1950s epitomizes the rich textile tradition of East Turkestan. Handwoven from wool, the piece is a stunning example of Khotan craftsmanship, blending Central Asian design motifs with subtle Art Deco sensibilities. The rug's composition features a soft, time-mellowed lavender field, gracefully adorned with symmetric medallions, floral blossoms, and angular geometric motifs. At its heart lies a prominent central medallion in warm brick and ivory tones, flanked by pairs of stylized rosettes and fretwork-inspired forms—symbols deeply rooted in Buddhist and Chinese iconography. The surrounding field displays a harmony of circular latticework and angular spandrels, rendered in muted hues of saffron, taupe, lilac, and charcoal. The broad border is framed by a floral meander of branching vines and blossoms, outlined in cinnamon and walnut tones over a warm beige ground. Inside, a stepped fret motif encloses the central space, echoing classical Chinese patterns with a contemporary ease. Its meticulous knotting and earthy, vegetal dyes characteristic of mid-century Samarkand rugs. The wool pile is low and evenly worn, lending the rug a gentle patina and tactile softness achieved only through decades of graceful aging. Expertly curated by Doris Leslie Blau, this rare rug is a testament to centuries of weaving artistry. Doris Leslie Blau offers a broad and varied pricing spectrum, accommodating collectors and designers across a range of budgets—from modest vintage finds to rare, museum-worthy masterpieces.
  • Dimensions:
    Width: 40 in (101.6 cm)Length: 80 in (203.2 cm)
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Wool,Hand-Knotted
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Mid-20th Century
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    New York, NY
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: BB69971stDibs: LU822645517682

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