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Doris Leslie Blau Antique Turkish Borlou Rug – Refined Floral Opulence
$80,000
£61,310.32
€70,465.44
CA$112,363.93
A$125,755.96
CHF 65,828.76
MX$1,527,707.04
NOK 835,857.93
SEK 788,774.73
DKK 525,796.13
About the Item
Antique Turkish Borlou Rug – Refined Floral Opulence from the Late 19th Century
Size: 13'9" × 21'0" (419 × 640 cm).
A rare and resplendent example of Anatolian craftsmanship, this Antique Turkish Borlou Rug, circa 1880, radiates with the refined elegance that defines the highest tier of late Ottoman textile artistry. Originating from the city of Borlou (modern-day Balıkesir), a historically important weaving center in Western Anatolia, this piece epitomizes the luxurious aesthetic and technical mastery Turkish weavers achieved in the 19th century.
The carpet's grand scale (approximately 21' x 14') supports a complex symmetrical layout with classical Persianate influence, rendered in a distinctly Turkish voice. Its field is anchored by an exquisite lattice of stylized floral bouquets, arabesques, and palmettes, drawn with exceptional finesse and arranged with mirror-like harmony. The pattern is not merely decorative but rhythmically leads the viewer’s eye inward, creating a visual medallion effect without a literal medallion—a hallmark of Borlou refinement.
The color palette is sophisticated yet soft, showcasing powder blues, apricot golds, muted saffrons, dusty roses, and pale greens, all set against a creamy, parchment-toned background. These colors, achieved through age-softened natural dyes, imbue the rug with a dreamlike glow, allowing it to act as both a statement piece and a unifying element in a room.
Framing the composition is a wide primary border in deep blue-grey, filled with large-scale floral motifs, rosettes, and palmettes linked by elegant vinescrolls. This dark framing serves as a powerful contrast to the airy and luminous interior field, grounding the composition and enhancing its architectural presence.
Narrow guard borders, in terracotta and golden ochre, enclose the central pattern with fine rosettes and vine scrolls, providing a rhythmic echo of the internal design while maintaining visual restraint.
This rug is entirely hand-knotted in fine wool on a cotton foundation, reflecting the high knot density and precision associated with the Borlou workshops. The back view shows the even knot structure and well-preserved condition, confirming the rug's authenticity and high quality.
This exquisite antique rug, sourced from Doris Leslie Blau, showcases a rare blend of history and craftsmanship. 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: 165 in (419.1 cm)Length: 252 in (640.08 cm)
- Materials and Techniques:Wool,Hand-Woven
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- Date of Manufacture:Early 20th Century
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- Seller Location:New York, NY
- Reference Number:Seller: BB69611stDibs: LU822616736931
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