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Doris Leslie Blau Antique Bessarabian Flat-Weave Rug
$45,000
£34,322.87
€39,085.46
CA$63,238.73
A$68,970.72
CHF 36,536.03
MX$826,860.96
NOK 465,306.66
SEK 425,488.41
DKK 292,006.62
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Antique Bessarabian Flat-Weave Rug
Size: 7'4" × 8'2" (223 × 248 cm).
Color: beige, blue, brown, gold, pink.
This exquisite antique Bessarabian flat-woven rug, dating back to the early 1900s, exemplifies the romantic grandeur and artistic refinement of Eastern European textile traditions. Originating from Bessarabia—a historical region that straddles present-day Ukraine and Moldova—this piece reflects the influence of French Aubusson and Savonnerie designs, adapted to regional aesthetics.
The rug’s central field presents a mesmerizing all-over pattern of golden ochre scrolls and floral medallions, set against a creamy ivory background. These rhythmic, symmetrical motifs evoke a neoclassical opulence, with their tightly curving vines and stylized rosettes offering a sense of both movement and order.
Framing the centerpiece is a grand ornamental border teeming with high-relief florals, delicate garlands, and arabesques rendered in a palette of earthy browns, ochres, russet reds, olive greens, sky blues, and warm golds. These elements form sweeping architectural frameworks reminiscent of Baroque ceiling frescoes, creating a painterly sense of dimension and depth.
Unlike pile carpets, this flat-woven construction enhances the clarity of its elaborate design while maintaining a practical lightweight texture. Its refined color palette and sculptural drawing make it especially versatile—well-suited for both classical interiors and eclectic contemporary spaces seeking a historical statement piece.
Expertly curated by Doris Leslie Blau, this rare rug is a testament to centuries of weaving artistry. 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: 88 in (223.52 cm)Length: 98 in (248.92 cm)
- Style:Bessarabian (In the Style Of)
- 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: BB78141stDibs: LU822638486292
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