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Doris Leslie Blau Vintage European Art Deco Rug

$35,000

£26,725.34

€30,427.75

CA$49,145.51

A$53,725.68

CHF 28,423.30

MX$642,914.12

NOK 361,645.71

SEK 331,050.06

DKK 227,276.48

About the Item

Vintage European Art Deco Rug Size: 9'8" × 11'0" (294 × 335 cm) Embodying the streamlined elegance and geometric precision of the Art Deco movement, this rare European rug from the 1930s is a striking example of minimalist sophistication. Deceptively simple at first glance, this piece reveals its design brilliance through subtle texture, architectural symmetry, and a powerful monochromatic palette. The rug’s surface is bathed in a deep, burnt sienna hue—rich and resonant, exuding warmth and timeless opulence. But it is the textural interplay that gives this work its soul. Raised and recessed lines span the composition in vertical and angled directions, punctuated by a central horizontal band of repeating Grecian key motifs. These motifs, executed in relief, suggest movement and rhythm, echoing the machine-age precision celebrated by the Art Deco ethos. Rather than relying on contrasting colors or figurative designs, the visual drama of this carpet is achieved entirely through tactile structure. Carefully sculpted pile and understated tonal shifts generate a low-relief effect that interacts dynamically with light and shadow. From different angles, the carpet’s surface seems to undulate, creating the impression of depth and dimensionality. Crafted by hand from high-quality wool, the rug maintains a plush texture and luminous surface. Its modernist structure is meticulously thought out: vertical linear channels extend from edge to edge, intersecting centrally with the architectural Greek key band, which anchors the design. This central detail adds just enough visual complexity without disrupting the rug’s calm, unified field. Perfectly suited for modern, mid-century, or Art Deco interiors, this European masterpiece bridges ornament and restraint, luxury and rigor. Its monumental scale and abstract sensibility offer a canvas-like quality, making it as much a work of art as it is a furnishing. This rug is not merely a floor covering—it is an architectural statement. It brings with it the discipline, grandeur, and design purity that defined the high style of interwar Europe. Showcasing the finest materials and patterns, this design is part of the expansive Doris Leslie Blau collection, renowned for its rare and unique finds across a wide range of prices.

Dimensions:
Width: 116 in (294.64 cm)Length: 132 in (335.28 cm)
Style:
Art Deco (In the Style Of)
Materials and Techniques:
Wool,Hand-Woven
Place of Origin:
France
Period:
Mid-20th Century
Date of Manufacture:
Mid-20th Century
Condition:
Seller Location:
New York, NY
Reference Number:
Seller: BB49641stDibs: LU822643397082

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