Irish Arts & Crafts Vintage Floral Forest Green Hand-Knotted Wool Rug By C.F.A. Voysey (Fragment) BB8435 6'10" × 17'7" $30,000

This exceptional antique Irish rug fragment, attributed to the celebrated designer C.F.A. Voysey, represents the essence of the Arts and Crafts movement with rare clarity and lyrical charm. Woven in the 1880s by Donegal, one of the most prestigious carpet manufacturers in Ireland, this piece showcases Voysey’s signature blend of stylized nature and subtle symbolism.

Set against a rich, saturated green field, the composition is dominated by a rhythmic procession of symmetrical flowering trees, their canopies composed of overlapping botanical rosettes rendered in a cool palette of blues and greys. Delicate bursts of rose-red blossoms punctuate the foliage, providing vibrant contrast and visual rhythm.

The repeat pattern is flanked by curvilinear tulip motifs, their soft red heads bowing gently beneath grey-green stems, invoking a sense of stillness and humility—a hallmark of Voysey’s deeply poetic design language.

Unlike many fragments, this large-scale textile retains its full design repeat across both axes, offering collectors and decorators alike a complete vision of the original aesthetic intent. Despite its age, the colors remain remarkably vivid, and the pattern retains its graceful clarity—testament to both the quality of the materials and the enduring appeal of Voysey’s artistic vision.

This rare fragment is not only a decorative treasure but also an important historical artifact, embodying the ideals of simplicity, beauty, and craftsmanship championed by the Arts and Crafts movement in late 19th-century Britain and Ireland.

With its unique pattern and refined colors, this rug reflects the impeccable taste of Doris Leslie Blau’s selections. Offering both rare, high-end pieces and more accessible options, Doris Leslie Blau presents rugs in a wide spectrum of prices.