Antique Rugs in Spain

There are towering mountains with ski resorts open in winter, and very long coastline with plenty of beaches. The region of Andalusia is particularly hot because of its proximity to Africa. Let us remember that Spain is not just the Iberian Peninsula; it also encompasses the Balearics in the Mediterranean Sea or the Canary Islands in the Atlantic.

Spaniards constitute an interesting mix. The ancient Iberian-Celtic culture enriched by the invasions of the Romans, the Moors, then the influence of Christianity, with the addition of elements of the Gypsy culture, create a true cultural cocktail. Spanish people are familiar with many types of aesthetics and can be counted among great admirers of beauty and timeless, high-quality goods. This makes them one of the major recipients of genuine antique rugs and vintage carpets. Thanks to the Moorish influences, Spain quite early was acquainted with the wonders of authentic oriental weaving. During the Islamic occupation of the eleventh century, Medieval Spain was the first European country to make knotted pile rugs. The Hispano-Moresque society was a tremendously cultured civilization with diverse populations: Muslim Arab, Jewish, Christian and Berber, all intermingling for many centuries. In addition, other prevailing design influences came from Persia, Italy, and France. A Spaniard will always recognize a good floor covering. For over 50 years, Doris Leslie Blau has been a trusted provider of all sorts of antique rugs and vintage carpets to Spain.

Doris Leslie Blau as a Trusted Purveyor of Vintage Carpets and Antique Rugs to Spain

In order to deliver the best antique and vintage carpets to Spain and other corners of the world, we offer fast and low-cost shipping all over the world, straight from our New York City based gallery, soaked with the mesmerizing beauty of antique, vintage and modern rugs. Each and every piece in our collection was thoroughly selected to match the high expectations of our customers, and to make sure it stays true to the centuries-old tradition of rug weaving. For years we’ve sought to establish the most facile way of providing antique rugs to Spain and we hope that the Spanish will appreciate our commitment and will benefit from the offer. Shipping rugs to Spain and international clients is a DLB’s specialty. We take time and great care when packaging our rugs and preparing them for oversea deliveries. As a courtesy to our international clients, we always use the most economical, practical and reliable shipping method available, unless one has a specific schedule or special time concerns. Members of our qualified staff will be happy to discuss shipping arrangements, customs requirements and delivery policies with you in order to select a shipping method that fits your specific needs. For further delivery information, ask our consultants: call (212) 752-7623 for new and custom rugs and (212) 586-5511 for vintage and antique carpets. In all carpet categories, Doris Leslie Blau’s webpage offers you the ultimate shopping experience, allowing to filter through every carpet in our possession using criteria such as size, color, origins and age. As always, we care about your satisfaction the most, so do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions about our extensive rug collection and the shipping process.

Doris Leslie Blau as a Reliable Source of Custom Rugs for Spain

In addition to being a dependable antique and vintage rug purveyor to Spain, Doris Leslie Blau is also a provider of fabulous custom rugs. It is the answer for all those seeking original designs and up-to-date trends in the upmost quality. Our bespoke rugs match the craft and artistry of antique Oriental carpets. One might ask how do we were able to achieved that. The explanation is simple. Instead of facilitating the weaving process, we bow to the traditional methods and take the longer yet indisputably more rewarding way of making bespoke carpets. The DLB custom rugs, prepared for the Spanish market and all other world markets, are hand-woven in Tibet of the finest materials, including first-rate wool, silk, cotton and hemp. A customer’s wish is our command so the application of more sophisticated solutions, such as metal threads or high and low piles, are within easy reach. Each custom rug is made in accordance with old and refined weaving techniques. Our skilled weavers are capable of recreating any desirable pattern, therefore it is solely imagination that may limit our venerable Spanish customers. You may adjust the size, shape and design of your bespoke DLB rug entirely to your needs and liking.

Custom rugs by DLB are 100% environmentally friendly carpets as we use only natural materials and dyes. They are hand-made which helps to limit the pollution caused by the machine production of goods. Our environmentally friendly carpets and rugs are also extremely durable and unique due to the fact that each piece is thoroughly crafted with great care and precision. We assure that every at every stage of custom rug development we provide professional assistance and kind advice to our clients. To make the choice easier, in cooperation with world’s greatest designers, including Alberto Pinto, Eskayel, Bunny Williams, M Group, Jed Johnson Associates, Mariette Himes Gomez, Amy Lau, Miles Redd, and fashion designers such as Nanette Lepore and Tommy Hilfiger, we have prepared a vast collection of custom rug samples and new rug designs. Be welcome to checking all available patterns on our website.

The Unique Appeal of Spanish Rugs

As mentioned before, Spain has a long and venerable tradition of rug-making. Although antique rugs in Spain originated around the time when the greater part of the country was under the Islamic occupation, Spanish carpets have their own, distinct appeal. Spanish rugs have a weave like no other pile rugs; they are truly knotted, not looped, in staggered rather than superimposed rows. Their coloration has always been soft with dominant ivory grounds and pastel greens and yellows. Although some early carpets from Spain imitated those of the Ottoman Turkey, they soon developed a distinctive, uniquely Iberian or European style of vine-scroll ornament. Throughout the Renaissance, Spanish carpet and rug making closely followed the prevailing trends of European fashion by incorporating bold wreath and trellis-work designs. Early pieces are highly desirable to collectors, while nineteenth and twentieth century examples make excellent room-size decorative rugs.

Such profound heritage has definitely left an imprint of Spaniards who absolutely cherish the divine beauty and never-passing charm of antique rugs and vintage carpets. Doris Leslie Blau is committed to providing Spain with only genuine, top-notch goods, that will not be a disappointment to the respectable shoppers.