Doris Leslie Blau Collection Big Ben Design Black and Gray Handwoven Wool Rug N11654 5'1" × 7'2" $7,000

This contemporary rug is an option for all lovers of bold décor and English elegance. It combines the traditional craft of carpet weaving with a modern, almost photographic design. The main field is covered in an accurately represented, allover London city view showing the great neo-gothic Palace of Westminster with the famous Big Ben, made in a technique resembling a charcoal sketch.

The monochromatic color palette exhibiting a whole range of black and gray shades perfectly illustrates the saturated with history and mysterious atmosphere of London, as well as balances the utterly realistic pattern. This tasteful composition was thoroughly hand-knotted of the finest wool in accordance with old and refined weaving techniques which allowed an exceptionally high knot density. Due to such meticulous making, the modern carpet textures will surely serve its owners for many years without any sighs of blemish. No matter whether your interior arrangement is kept in the English style or not, this state-of-the-art rug will enrich the décor with its depth and timeless chic.

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.