Contemporary Hand-Knotted Solid Light Gray Handmade Silk Carpet “Oyster” N12496 8'0" × 11'0" $8,000

Oyster is a contemporary hand-knotted silk carpet that pares the modern rug down to tone, sheen, and subtle surface movement. Its open field reads as a soft light gray with ivory and pale beige undertones, while faint tonal striations keep the surface from ever feeling flat.

The composition is deliberately restrained: no border, no medallion, only a quiet abstract expanse shaped by abrash-like variation and the natural shimmer of silk. In the photo, the rug appears almost pearlescent, with slightly deeper mottling along the edges and gentle shifts in light that give the field depth from every angle.

Named for that nacreous quality, Oyster suggests the luster and fine textural nuance of an oyster shell. It brings a refined, architectural calm to contemporary interiors, working especially well as a modern grounding piece in living rooms, bedrooms, and open-plan spaces where a solid silk rug should add softness without visual weight.

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.

Available for custom production in any size and color palette.