Queensland - Rugs and Carpets

Southern Azerbijan – A TRUE MYSTERY CARPET 2nd half 19th century, or earlier 10 x 6 From a Colorado Collector’s estate This carpet has proven to be a ...

Chinese Art Deco Chinese Art Deco circa 1930 Measures: 10 ft. 1 inch x 8 ft 1 inch Acquired from a Sydney estate This genre of hard-wearing carpets has gained significant designer and consumer interest over the past ten or more years. We acquired this piece in Sydney recently for its uncommon soft pastel colours and especially its fine artistry and hand etching of classic Chinese design elements. In our opinion as art dealers this fine piece strikes the right balance between space and graceful embroidery/patterns we seek in an ideal example . The understated mauve and pale green combine to create a soothing sense of calm acting as a base for the fine embroidery, which please examine. In truth the oft used title of this type of carpet is a misnomer – they are not, design wise, art deco. They only happened to be made in the 1920’s and mainly the 1930's - coincident to the Art Deco movement which stressed minimal and forceful angular images, like the architecture of the same name. True Art deco carpets are very rare and costly , and feature austere, minimalist designs . But the name has stuck, and at least is accurate as to the period . The Chinese look , a collaborative style, took off and was popular primarily in America and Europe during this period . Key designers such as Walter Nichols worked during the time with weavers and small manufacturers in China . In recent years this genre of carpet in good condition has been steadily appreciating , and is thus an actual investment ; good examples are increasingly difficult to find , and they do represent a period of specific artistry which has not been successfully duplicated . At 90`-100 years of age they are approaching the " antique" category . This piece was purchased from the owner of one of northern Sydney's 60-70 distinguished Art Deco homes where it looked beautiful, offset by an AD fireplace( angular, austere) surround in marble colours ( predominately pinks and greens ) which "mirrored " the carpet . Though it is a matter of personal taste, of course, the muted pastel colours in this piece are more elegant and dignified than many of the more bright -even garish - examples found in this genre , in our opinion, and much harder to find - one criterion for investment value . Also, such a carpet will work well in a wider variety of environments, stylistically, from an interior design perspective: whether living, dining, games room, library , large foyer or bedroom . In other words, one does not need a " Chinese" or Asian themed overall design for this piece to wonderfully complement the decor - in the way that a single Chinese wall scroll...

Rare Afshar Bidjar 1880 BIDJAR (AFSHAR BIDJAR RARE VARIANT) 1880 or earlier 6 x 4 feet Acquired from an Australian collector Bidjar carpets are known as the iron carpet...

This exquisite vintage Persian Kashan rug features a classic floral medallion design set against a rich crimson red field, framed by an elegant border in shades of ivory, blue, and g...

This striking antique Persian Heriz rug features a classic geometric medallion design rendered in deep red and soft grey tones, with intricate motifs that reflect the time-honored ar...

This hand-knotted Persian wool rug reflects the elegance and tradition of classical rug weaving. Likely crafted in the 20th century, it draws inspiration from antique Persian designs...

This is admittedly a collector’s piece, for a connoisseur. Melas rugs became known and appreciated in Europe as early as 1700, though its history of weaving goes back at least severa...

Exquisite collector’s item given its age, overall composition and especially the appearance of 16 guls. The intense indigo blues combine with painstakingly created paler shades achie...

Acquired from a Viennese collector’s estate The Ersari tribe of the wider Turkomen nation living in Turkmenistan, Afghanistan and Iran are one of the weaving tribes better known and understood by scholars. The Tekke Turkomen’s woven materials are perhaps best known in the West, followed by the Yomud, Salor and Ersaris. A Salor main carpet, 30% larger and about 40 years older than this piece recently sold in Austria for over $50,000, such is the scholarly , collection, and investment zeal found around the world . We are making this piece available at a short term steep discount to conincide with out launch on 1st Dibs . These and other kindred tribes produce rugs, bags, Amalysks (bridal bags) and Engsis (Tent doors...

This is an exceptional rug, brand new, and made under special circumstances. Let us tell you briefly the back story. Modern day Azerbaijan with its many mountains and valleys, as in ...

An unusually long prayer rug – and comparatively rare Gendje – in good condition. Above average centre field variation of colour and a particularly lively top Mihrab area to place in...

From a Philadelphia Collector This is a very robust member of the esteemed, and increasingly rare 19th century Afstaka “family”. It is slightly longer and wider than many exam...

These hard-to-find large saddle bags, which were used by Salor Turkomen nomadic tribes can serve as stuffed and comfortable cushions, to form a bottom and back unit, or are entirely ...