Hand-Knotted Modern Striped Ivory Handmade Goat Hair Rug “Chiaroscuro” N11460 4'0" × 6'7" $5,000

Bold horizontal striping gives Chiaroscuro its graphic calm, alternating black, ivory, and soft gray bands across a full-field modern composition. The name is apt: it captures the play of light and shadow that defines the design, while the absence of a border or central medallion keeps the look clean, architectural, and quietly assertive.

Part of the Taurus Collection, this hand-knotted goat hair rug translates Scandinavian restraint into a tactile, contemporary language. The natural fibers create a low, dense pile with a softly brushed surface, so each stripe reads with a slightly blurred edge rather than a hard line. That subtle softness adds depth to the monochrome palette.

As a modern striped rug, it anchors a room with order and contrast, pairing easily with warm wood, lacquer, stone, or metal. Chiaroscuro is especially effective in interiors that favor minimal furnishings and strong linework, where texture and rhythm matter as much as color.

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.

A bespoke interpretation of this design is available upon request.