Doris Leslie Blau Collection Greek Key Design Wool Rug N11503 6'0" × 9'3" $8,000

Combining modernity and classic solutions, this modern carpet textures is a true piece of art. Made by Tibetan craftsmen, it sports a spectacular pile. Combining both high and low, it has a fascinating structure which immediately draws the eye. The most interesting feature of this grey geometric rug is undoubtedly its beautiful design. The Greek Key, known also as Meander, a pattern seen on its surface, it a classical motif often seen on the pottery of ancient Greece and Rome. However, it also appears in art pieces from another cultures, such as Indian, having multiple meanings. For ancients it was a symbol of infinity, but also unity. Using the mix of deep gray and shiny green, the designer managed to create a meaningful composition, bound to make a true connoisseur fall in love with it.

Art Deco rugs are the embodiment of the modernist progressive thought with the preservation of the finest weaving traditions and centuries-long techniques, providing Deco rugs  with a classic and luxurious feel. Art Deco rugs combine the ancient craft with rather contemporary aesthetics, incorporating such iconic design influences as neoclassicism, constructivism, cubism, minimalism, modernism or art nouveau.

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.