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Doris Leslie Blau Vintage Irish Donegal Rug with Classical Floral Medallions

$65,000
£49,627.21
€57,343.80
CA$91,247.70
A$101,705.06
CHF 53,361.16
MX$1,241,984.64
NOK 675,668.27
SEK 638,609.29
DKK 427,981.75

About the Item

Elegant 1920s Irish Donegal Rug with Classical Floral Medallions Size: 10'10" × 17'5" (330 × 530 cm) This sophisticated Irish Donegal rug, crafted in the 1920s, is a masterful embodiment of understated elegance and refined craftsmanship from Ireland’s storied weaving tradition. Drawing influence from both Neoclassical and Arts & Crafts aesthetics, this hand-knotted piece balances intricate detail with a subtle, time-softened color palette. The rug features a harmonious arrangement of stylized floral medallions and botanical motifs, symmetrically dispersed across a muted golden-beige field. The intricate central pattern alternates between rosette-like florals and abstract palmettes, giving the composition both structure and organic movement. Flanking these motifs are delicate vertical floral elements, almost reminiscent of torchères or stylized columns, adding a quiet architectural rhythm. What sets this Donegal rug apart is its soft tonal palette—warm camel, faded rose, dusty plum, and golden sand tones—rendered in naturally aged wool that now exudes a gentle patina. These colors, once vibrant, have mellowed over the decades into a graceful, almost watercolor-like softness that enhances its antique charm. The broad border is adorned with scrolling vines and floral elements framed by finely delineated inner and outer guard stripes, creating a contained, balanced finish. The weaving is finely executed, with a short, velvety pile that enhances both the definition of the design and the rug’s luxurious feel underfoot. This Donegal rug is ideal for anchoring grand spaces such as formal living rooms, dining areas, or libraries. It reflects the Irish Donegal workshop’s unique position at the crossroads of European classical taste and early 20th-century design reform—creating timeless pieces that transcend style eras. Whether for a collector, designer, or connoisseur of decorative arts, this rug offers a rare opportunity to own an authentic and beautifully preserved textile from Ireland’s most esteemed carpet-making tradition. 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: 130 in (330.2 cm)Length: 209 in (530.86 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Wool,Hand-Knotted
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Early 20th Century
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    New York, NY
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: BB55481stDibs: LU822620703052

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