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Doris Leslie Blau Vintage French Art Deco Geometric Warm Tan Hand-Knotted Rug

$15,000
£11,308.73
€13,163.69
CA$21,102.68
A$21,226.23
CHF 12,367.92
MX$258,610.47
NOK 142,239.28
SEK 145,908.99
DKK 98,389.77

About the Item

A brilliant expression of the modernist ethos, this circa 1930 French Art Deco rug showcases the architectural elegance and color precision that defined the decorative revolution of the early 20th century. Boldly geometric yet meticulously balanced, the composition speaks to the clarity, rhythm, and cosmopolitan sophistication of the Art Deco movement. The central field is framed by layered, stepped bands in an elegant chromatic sequence: inky navy, midnight blue, cobalt, slate, and camel, with the interplay of angular forms creating a visual echo of urban skylines and avant-garde design. The soft sand-colored ground contrasts beautifully with the cool hues, acting as a stage for the composition's striking centerpiece-a stylized, symmetric motif rendered in deep browns and intersecting blues, suggestive of industrial frameworks or architectural grids. At each corner, rectilinear motifs in chocolate and chestnut brown provide balance and directional tension, further reinforcing the rug's structural harmony. The subtle use of color blocking and nested planes gives the rug both depth and clarity, combining decorative restraint with a bold visual punch. Crafted in wool using a dense hand-knotted technique, the rug retains an inviting plushness while offering the sharp definition essential to Deco design. Its robust palette and clean geometry make it an ideal fit for interiors that bridge classic modernism and contemporary minimalism. A remarkable vintage rug, from Doris Leslie Blau Collection, features a timeless elegance. 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: 80 in (203.2 cm)Length: 120 in (304.8 cm)
  • Style:
    Art Deco (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Wool,Hand-Knotted
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1930
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    New York, NY
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: BB89691stDibs: LU822650592672

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