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Doris Leslie Blau Antique Portuguese Botanic Needlework Rug

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Antique Portuguese Botanic Black Yellow Needlework Rug Size: 18'0" × 22'3" (548 × 678 cm) Needlepoint rugs were mainly used as table carpets, the earliest pieces, dating from 1550-1650, exhibited scrolls of owers with pictorial and heraldic motifs. The ancient Craft of needlepoint rugs, also known a ‘canvas needle-work’, ‘canvas embroidery’ or ‘petit point’ flourished most notably in England and France. Elegant shapes and straight lines incorporated into the design of this needlepoint rug are as picturesque as the traditional carpets, while keeping their minimalistic charm. Rug's color palette is Discreet dyes in the tasteful shades bring balance and harmony to the whole rug. Made of the highest quality materials, this needlepoint rug will be a crown jewel of any interior. A rare piece from the Doris Leslie Blau Collection, this rug exemplifies superior artistry and tradition. 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: 216 in (548.64 cm)Length: 267 in (678.18 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Wool,Needlepoint
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Mid-20th Century
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    New York, NY
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: BB39911stDibs: LU822616467631

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