“Grisaille” Contemporary Geometric Light Gray Handmade Hair On Hide Runner N12044 7'1" × 18'0" $17,000

Grisaille is a quietly architectural contemporary rug, composed as an allover grid of hair-on-hide squares that reads like a modern mosaic. The disciplined rectilinear patchwork creates a steady rhythm across the surface, while the natural variation within each panel keeps the design from feeling rigid or overly exact.

Rendered in light gray, soft silver, and pale stone tones, the composition feels monochrome without becoming flat. Matte and slightly lustrous squares shift subtly beside one another, giving the geometric pattern a nuanced, abstract quality. The result is a refined modern rug with visual texture that can soften hard lines while still anchoring a room with clear structure.

The name is especially fitting: “Grisaille” evokes the silvery, painting-like harmony of the palette and the layered patchwork effect. Handmade in hair on hide, it offers a tailored surface with tactile warmth, making it an elegant choice for contemporary interiors, gallery-like settings, and hallways that call for quiet definition.

Sourced from the Doris Leslie Blau collection, this rug embodies sophisticated craftsmanship and modern elegance. Established in 1965, Doris Leslie Blau has become internationally recognized for offering exceptional rugs spanning contemporary creations, celebrated vintage designs, and rare antique masterpieces.

A bespoke interpretation of this design is available upon request.