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Antique Floral Design Runner - Late 19th Century

$1,530
£1,146.34
€1,336.20
CA$2,153.50
A$2,192.04
CHF 1,247.75
MX$26,459.58
NOK 14,549.48
SEK 14,724.91
DKK 9,988.88

About the Item

This rare late 19th century Antique floral design runner highlights a powerful and rhythmic composition featuring a magnificent centrally positioned series of repeating geometricized medallions anchoring an incredibly complex and sprawling field. This structural balance between the prominent vertical alignment of multi-layered central diamonds complete with nested blossoms and traditional latchhook extensions and the densely filled surrounding field reflects the pinnacle of traditional fine craftsmanship world-renowned for its technical refinement, decorative clarity, and majestic graphic presence. Textiles of this antiquity are celebrated for their ability to blend highly complex tribal design narratives with an aristocratic elegance. The color palette is masterfully balanced featuring a primary deep madder red field that allows the vibrant touches of sky blue, midnight indigo, forest green, clear ivory, and golden ochre details to step forward dynamically. These rich and enduring tones achieved through the expert application of natural vegetable dyes over 130 years ago exhibit a characteristic gentle patina, soft historic abrash, and an organic depth that are hallmarks of the finest late 19th century classical productions. The inclusion of an ornate, dark chocolate brown ground primary border decorated with a continuous rhythmic sequence of alternating geometric rosettes, angular leaves, and detailed multi-layered 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 wool with a characteristically resilient pile and a supple yet firm handle tailored for refined aesthetic spaces. The exceptional clarity of the intricate geometricized outlines, specifically the perfectly balanced symmetry of the repeating central core and the corresponding floral clusters, definitively distinguishes this antique masterpiece as an authentic late 19th century production. Ultimately, this elongated 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: 25.99 in (66 cm)Length: 106.3 in (270 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Wool,Hand-Knotted
  • Place of Origin:
    Azerbaijan
  • Period:
    Late 19th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1880's
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    Sultanahmet, TR
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU7849250976872

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