Hand-Knotted Modern Wool Runner In Classic Taupe With Subtle Herringbone Weave – Handmade “Espiga” N11342 7'8" × 23'7" $16,000

Espiga is a quietly tailored modern rug defined by a fine herringbone weave that gives the entire surface a soft, directional rhythm. In warm taupe, the tonal pattern reads as texture first and motif second, creating a refined neutral ground that feels both contemporary and timeless.

Hand-knotted in wool, the rug has a dense, tactile hand with subtle tonal shifts that catch the light and deepen the surface without interrupting its calm palette. There is no border or central medallion; instead, the allover chevron structure keeps the composition clean, architectural, and easy to layer beneath streamlined furnishings.

The name Espiga, Spanish for herringbone, speaks directly to the rug’s fine woven structure while nodding to the measured craft behind it. Thoughtful and restrained, it brings understated pattern, warmth, and visual balance to modern interiors, from open-plan living spaces to long, transitional corridors.

A distinctive addition to Doris Leslie Blau's grand collection, this modern rug embodies the gallery's commitment to originality and artisanal excellence. Established in 1965, Doris Leslie Blau has spent six decades connecting discerning clients with extraordinary rugs, from accessible contemporary designs to rare, museum-worthy masterpieces.

This design is available as a bespoke rug in custom sizes and colors.