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Doris Leslie Blau Antique French Rug – A Rare Masterwork
$25,000
£18,780.70
€21,657.20
CA$34,690.76
A$38,549.09
CHF 20,200.13
MX$472,735.86
NOK 257,640.91
SEK 242,379.11
DKK 161,640.14
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Antique French Rug – A Rare Masterwork of Textural and Chromatic Complexity
Size: 8'8" × 18'0" (264 × 548 cm)
This exceptional antique French rug, dating back to the 1860s, is a rare testament to the opulence and artistic innovation of 19th-century European textile craftsmanship. Measuring approximately 18' × 9', the piece is distinguished by its lush, high-pile texture and its ornate, asymmetrical composition, which appears to straddle the line between classical tapestry influences and early abstract sensibilities.
The rug's central medallion design—rendered in earthy tones of crimson, forest green, indigo, and ochre—anchors the composition with striking symmetry. Surrounding the central motif is a vivid mosaic of floral and paisley-like elements, executed in dense, painterly tufts that evoke the visual richness of oil on canvas. While the right and left halves of the rug seem to reflect contrasting aesthetic directions—one bold and geometric, the other more subdued and tonal—this intentional asymmetry lends the carpet a unique dynamism.
One of the most captivating features is the intentional void-like space on the left panel—a wash of neutral beige that contrasts against the lushness of its ornate surroundings. This bold departure from uniform design suggests a modernist intuition far ahead of its time.
Crafted from high-quality wool, the rug maintains remarkable depth of color and tactile variance. The slightly uneven surface and spontaneous floral flourishes underscore its artisanal origins and one-of-a-kind character.
This rug is part of the esteemed Doris Leslie Blau collection, renowned for its curated selection of antique, vintage, and contemporary rugs. Doris Leslie Blau offers a vast selection of antique, vintage, and contemporary rugs in a wide range of styles, materials, and price points, making fine textile art accessible to both collectors and designers alike.
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