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Nazmiyal Collection Antique 16th Century Alcaraz Carpet. Size: 16 ft x 17 ft
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Beautiful large size antique 16th century Alcaraz carpet, country of origin: Spain, circa second half of the 16th century. Size: 16 ft x 17 ft (4.88 m x 5.18 m)
This exquisite late 16th century carpet was produced in Alcaraz, Spain during the House of Hapsburg rule. The Hapsburgs took control of Spain after King Ferdinand and Queen Isabella ousted the Moors from the land, after nearly 700 years of occupation. During this time, there was a formal campaign to develop a uniquely Spanish artistic style, devoid of as many Moorish elements as possible. This early rug represents this movement.
This carpet is an excellent example of the formal mandate to develop a distinctively Spanish style of artwork. It is an allover geometric design that is in primarily tans and blues. The geometric elements are large in scale, and the borders of the rug lost the intricate designs that characterized the Moorish influence. It has tendencies that resemble those found in the Italian Renaissance, more than the middle eastern influences of earlier centuries.
Alacaraz is a region in Southern Castile and is thought to be one of the first centers to produce these new designs. The colors of the antique Spanish rugs became muted due to experimentation with new dye stuffs. In addition, the skill of the Moorish master carpet dyers was lost. Many of these antique Alcaraz carpets faded over time, more so than those produced by Moorish dye works and weavers. The muted tones demonstrate the shift in the Spanish economy of the time and this intentional shift in artistic thought. This places the unique characteristics of the rug within their proper historical context and brings an appreciation for the rarity of such a find.
- Dimensions:Width: 192 in (487.68 cm)Length: 204 in (518.16 cm)
- Style:Spanish Colonial (In the Style Of)
- Materials and Techniques:Wool,Hand-Knotted
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- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:Second Half of the 16th Century
- Condition:Refinished. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor structural damages. Minor fading. This rug has had a lot of restoration. It has been sized and is low and even throughout (as to be expected with a piece of this age). It could still take light traffic and home use.
- Seller Location:New York, NY
- Reference Number:Seller: 701541stDibs: LU859715141791
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