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One-of-a-kind Large Vintage Samarkand Geometric Blue Brown (Size Adjusted) Rug

Offered by: Doris Leslie Blau Rugs

Description
This antique Samarkand Khotan rug featuring repeating geometric brown designs against a field of dark blue. The antique carpets from Kashgar, Yarkand and Khotan in the Chinese-occupied Autonomous Region of Sikiang are collectively known as Samarkands; these areas were lands of arid steppes, deserts and mountain ranges traversed for thousands of years by merchants and traders from China to Western Europe along the Silk Route. This particular carpet is representative of the Samarkand and Khotan textile-making in its length and simplistic, spacious designs. Such large colorful area rugs are typically rendered in a glossy wool, occasionally embellished with richly brocaded silk and metal-thread. The main border in gold featuring floral designs evokes traditional East Turkestan motifs. Coming from a tradition of carpet-weaving at the crossroads of many civilizations, this Samarkand vintage carpet is a beautiful combination of the simple and ornate.

More Information

Period:	1920-1949
Condition:	Good.
Styles / Movements:	Traditional
Dealer Reference #:	BB5221
Incollect Reference #:	716347

Dimensions

W.	168 in;	H.	216 in;
W.	426.72 cm;	H.	548.64 cm;

Message from Seller:

Founded in 1965, Doris Leslie Blau’s rug emporium is the stuff of design legends. For decades it was known as the go-to source for those seeking the best in the unusual antique and avant-garde. Now owned by Nader Bolour, to whom Doris turned over the business, the gallery has not only continued the tradition of carrying the best of antique and vintage pieces, but has also forged ahead to create unique and innovative contemporary and custom rugs as well.