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Antique Floral Design Runner - Early 20th Century

$2,250
£1,685.79
€1,965.01
CA$3,166.91
A$3,223.59
CHF 1,834.93
MX$38,911.15
NOK 21,396.29
SEK 21,654.27
DKK 14,689.53

About the Item

this rare early 20th century Antique regional workshop runner highlights a powerful and rhythmic composition featuring an incredibly dense, repeating floral design grid anchoring an elongated, rich midnight indigo field. This structural balance between the long, majestic vertical field—enclosed by elegant, angled corner spandrels at both ends—and the highly complex, uniform geometric network of repeating herati motifs, stylized diamond rosettes, and scrolling vine works reflects the pinnacle of traditional fine craftsmanship world-renowned for its technical refinement, decorative clarity, and commanding graphic presence. Textiles of this antiquity are celebrated for their ability to blend complex botanical design narratives with an aristocratic elegance. The color palette is masterfully balanced featuring a primary deep midnight indigo canvas that allows sophisticated, high-contrast shifts of rich madder red, soft terracotta, dusty rose, golden ochre, and clear ivory details to step forward dynamically. These rich and enduring tones achieved through the expert application of natural vegetable dyes over a century ago exhibit a characteristic gentle patina, soft historic abrash, and a saturated depth that are hallmarks of the finest early 20th century classical productions. The inclusion of an ornate, multi-layered primary border system decorated with a continuous rhythmic sequence of reciprocating miniature floral rosettes, delicate vine scrolls, and highly detailed guard bands creates a precise visual frame that highlights the superior wool quality and distinctive technical finesse. Structural analysis indicates the use of premium hand-spun local wool with a characteristically resilient pile and a supple yet firm handle tailored for refined aesthetic spaces. The exceptional clarity of the intricate botanical outlines, specifically the perfectly balanced symmetry of the all-over floral pattern dancing seamlessly along the central axis and the crisp rendering of the framing borders, definitively distinguishes this antique masterpiece as an authentic early 20th century production. Ultimately this large-scale decorative textile stands as a premier example of classical art representing a peak in both technical endurance and graphic majesty for global collectors.
  • Dimensions:
    Width: 43.31 in (110 cm)Length: 162.21 in (412 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Wool,Hand-Knotted
  • Place of Origin:
    Azerbaijan
  • Period:
    Early 20th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1920's
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    Sultanahmet, TR
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU7849250670352

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