Doris Leslie Blau Collection Bauer Minimalist Gray Handmade Wool Rug I N11834 6'6" × 7'7" $2,800

This contemporary area rug constitutes a merger of fine craftsmanship with minimalist design. It is rendered in mélange gray with no pattern but an intriguing striated texture instead. The piece was thoroughly hand-made of top-notch wool which ensures its durability. If properly cared for, it will preserve its fresh look for many years pleasing the eyes and feet of its owners without any signs of wear. Versatile and elegant, this mid century modern rug has a chance to complement a wide variety of interior arrangements, from classic to state-of-the-art.

Modern area rugs are a broad and absolutely intriguing category which has been continuously developing since the first half of the 20th century, and today is one of the most celebrated, intriguing and desired group of floor coverings. Contemporary beautiful rugs stem from the work of renowned artists and painters such as Picasso, Miro, Mondrian, Pollock, as well as textile designers like Marta Maas-Fjetterstrom, Barbro Nilsson, Judith Johansson, William Morris, Sigvard Bernadotte or Josef Frank, who changed the face of not only carpet industry but also the art world in general.

Doris Leslie Blau carries an exceptional collection of original modern rugs in many styles and materials. Contemporary hand-made rugs are a bridge throughout history, they are the fruit of the constant evolution of the weaving craft that has accompanied men since the dawn of civilization.