Algarve Oriental Rug 14x20-rugs Inspired by a 2

Inspired by a 2

A medieval silk brocade with Saffavid and Andalusian influences inspired this saffron ground and amber tonal border

this hand made cut and loop pile rug has natural variations in colors and texture similar to antique rugs

At this time the designs of Percier and Fontaine for Napoleon's palaces were highly admired

Beige fretwork patterns cover an ivory background

Algarve Oriental Rug 14x20-rugs Inspired by a 2Algarve is based on an original Asmara painting inspired by 19th century Portuguese needlepoint embroideries. Lyrical vines with Caribbean blue, persimmon and burnt tangerine flowers rest on a dark olive ground. The colors are based on dried flowers our owner purchased in a Tuscan palazzo. Combining ancient Savonnerie dyeing and weaving methods with a loop weave invented by Asmara, this cut and loop pile rug has subtle shade and texture variations