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Late 19th Century Rare European Austrian Carpet with Traditional Style
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76605 Late 19th Century Antique European Austrian Rug, 10'07 x 14'02. Like a whispered reverie from an imperial age, this extraordinary hand-knotted wool Austrian carpet embodies the quiet opulence of the Late 19th Century Austro-Hungarian Empire. Cloaked in a palette of antique gold, rustic rose, and celestial earth tones, its softly structured surface conjures the refined grandeur of Vienna’s most resplendent interiors. Each hue, gently faded by time, speaks to the richness of a bygone world—an era defined by elegance, exclusivity, and bespoke artistry. This piece redefines heritage as a living expression of luxury, where history and high design converge in an exquisite celebration of timeless beauty.
The central field unfolds like a dreamlike folio from a royal archive, revealing an immersive composition of floral tracery, architectural echoes, and ethereal ornamentation. Arabesques drift across the surface like whispered sonatas, while ghosted palmettes and medallions shimmer with a sense of movement and reflection. Framed by a border of gracefully scrolling florals, the design exudes Parisian elegance and the soft splendor of a signature piece from an elite collection. Here, quiet magnificence and aristocratic purity punctuate every detail, transforming the rug into a precious work of art underfoot.
A masterwork of European textile tradition, this imperial carpet bears the hallmarks of scrupulous craftsmanship and boundless creativity. Woven by Austrian artisans under the patronage of nobility, its luxurious pile and high knot density reflect an obsessive attention to detail, a bespoke standard once reserved for the aristocracy. Drawing inspiration from the magnificence of Persian court rugs and the stylistic restraint of French Savonnerie masterpieces, the piece stands as a rare and timeless silhouette of cross-cultural refinement. It is both archive and innovation—a tribute to a cosmopolitan past sculpted through loom and lineage.
Softly aged by time yet impeccably preserved, this mesmerizing heirloom carries a refined patina that captures the highest of emotions—nostalgia, wonder, and reverence. Its palette, rich in subdued glamour, is versatile enough to harmonize with both contemporary and traditional interiors. Whether showcased in an avant-garde gallery or a grand estate drawing room, it brings with it a magnetic sense of Parisian enchantment and imperial allure. Every knot is a note in a visual sonata—a tribute to elegance, imagination, and the enduring splendor of old-world luxury reimagined for today.
To possess this Late 19th Century Austrian rug is to inherit an unprecedented creation—where history, artistry, and prestige converge in a single, iconic expression of beauty. It is not merely a textile but a boundless canvas of heritage, a one-of-a-kind testament to the golden age of European decorative arts. In a world that celebrates fleeting trends, this piece offers a serene and eternal reminder of what true luxury means: craftsmanship elevated to art, and a legacy woven in wool that continues to captivate, enchant, and endure.
Rendered in variegated shades of tan, antique gold, rustic rose, and golden camel with other neutral colors.
Abrash. Desirable Age Wear. Antique wash.
Hand knotted wool.
Made in Austria.
Measures: 10'07 x 14'02.
Pile Height: 0.16 of an inch.
Date: 1880's. Late 19th Century.
- Dimensions:Width: 127 in (322.58 cm)Length: 170 in (431.8 cm)
- Style:Vienna Secession (In the Style Of)
- Materials and Techniques:Wool,Hand-Knotted
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1880-1889
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Abrash. Desirable Age Wear. Antique Wash.
- Seller Location:Dallas, TX
- Reference Number:Seller: 76605 Antique European Austrian Rug, 10'07 x 14'021stDibs: LU942919455472
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