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Antique Rugs > Articles > Press Clippings > Quintessence Blog April 2013

Quintessence Blog April 2013

This article originally appeared in the April 2013 issue of Quintessence Blog

Antique Persian feraghan rug dlb

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 antique and avant-garde. And now owned for the last 15 years 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 also create contemporary and custom rugs as well. A few weeks ago, I paid a visit to the 61st St. gallery to take a peek. And soon you will be able to visit them in the D&D building as well!

Doris leslie blau back room

The stock room is jam packed with endless treasures.

Doris leslie blau antique rugs

Who doesn’t love a gorgeous antique Persian rug like this Feraghan from 1900 with its classic overall pattern?

Doris leslie blau antique Persian feraghan

You can see the incredibly workmanship from back and front.

Doris leslie blau antique Persian feraghan detail

The colors and patterns in these antique Persians are so sophisticated and elegant with such whimsical detail, it’s easy to understand their coveted status. This Kirman (c. 1880) would be fabulous underfoot in any number of settings.

Doris leslie blau antique Persian kirman rug

And it’s easy to visualize this antique Sultanabad with modern furnishings.

Doris leslie blau antique Persian sultanabad

My favorite was this incredible old Persian Tabriz. With an exquisite melon and aqua coloration, it would lend any room a “sense of history, warmth, and most of all dignity.” (thank you to Karl Kemp for that apt description)

Doris leslie blau antique Persian tabriz

But antique and vintage rugs are not limited to just Persian designs. This fabulous Swedish flatweave from 1940 feels so contemporary. It would obviously be perfect with other mid century designs but could also hold its own in and enhance a completely modern room.

Doris leslie blaue antique Swedish flatweave

But there is now so much more to Doris Leslie Blau. For those who love the look of old rugs but aren’t blessed with the budget for one, there are new versions made with old yarns, like this enormous Samarkand.

Doris leslie blau new samarkand

Even some of the completely new rugs have a vintage feel. I loved this Alhambra rug. A wool aubusson weave with a high/low texture, it is made in the finest workshop in China and would look simply smashing in my bedroom – just saying!

Doris leslie blau alhambra rug1

And then there the many new designs. It is almost overwhelming to see all the choices.

Doris leslie blau blues

Some are artistic interpretations like this Oblique wool and silk ode to surrealism by Creative Director Susan Izsak. Coming from a jewelry design background, Susan has been creating rug designs for over 8 years. With an appreciation for the details of design, color and texture, she has become a popular source for many architects and designers seeking creations for bespoke rugs. “It’s about thinking outside the box. I get excited over the newest textures and weaves and using them to reinvent traditional designs.”

Doris leslie blau hooked rugs

And their collaborations with designers have yielded exceptional results. Last fall Doris Leslie Blau teamed with wallpaper and fabric company Eskayel to translate Shanan Campanaro’s watercolors into functional art for the floor. I love the jewel toned Madagascar below, in banana silk.

Doris leslie blau oushak1

No matter what your style or rug needs, you can find, or have made, whatever you desire at Doris Leslie Blau. Your biggest problem will be making a decision!

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This article originally appeared in the April 2013 issue of Quintessence Blog.

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