Vintage Art Deco Geometric Sage Hand-Knotted Wool Rug By Mario Radice BB8554 7'10" × 10'0" $26,000

This exceptional vintage Art Deco rug is a rare and striking example of Italian modernist textile design, attributed to Mario Radice, one of the leading figures of Italian Rationalism and abstract art. Created in the 1930s, this piece beautifully channels the Cubist and Constructivist influences that informed Radice’s architectural collaborations and mural compositions.

The rug’s composition is a masterclass in geometric abstraction. A symphony of overlapping and intersecting rectangles in vibrant tones—deep navy, crimson, mustard, lavender, ice blue, and moss green—unfolds across a soft celadon ground. These forms appear to hover or shift dynamically, creating a rhythm of color and form that echoes the architectural rigor and spatial exploration seen in Radice’s frescoes for Giuseppe Terragni’s buildings.

Executed in a high-quality wool pile, the rug maintains exceptional clarity of color and precision in line, with expertly rendered contrast between the sharp ivory outlines and saturated color fields. The signature “M. RADICE” is subtly inscribed into the weave, marking the piece’s authenticity and historical significance.

This rug is not merely a floor covering but a true work of art—a collectible artifact of European avant-garde design. Its bold aesthetic and modernist pedigree make it ideally suited for both historically informed interiors and contemporary spaces seeking a strong visual anchor.

A rare piece from the Doris Leslie Blau Collection, this rug exemplifies superior artistry and tradition. Doris Leslie Blau offers a broad and varied pricing spectrum, accommodating collectors and designers across a range of budgets—from modest vintage finds to rare, museum-worthy masterpieces.