Vintage Art Nouveau Abstract Maroon Hand-Knotted Wool Rug – Dutch By Jaap Gidding BB7903 7'10" × 11'5" $60,000

This vintage Dutch rug by Jaap Gidding is a hand-knotted wool design that brings early modernist clarity to a European interior. Woven in the Netherlands, it belongs to the Art Deco tradition while retaining the graphic discipline and artistic confidence associated with Gidding’s work.

A deep maroon ground frames an open, pale blush center, where a mirrored abstract medallion unfolds in stepped, rectilinear layers. The composition feels architectural rather than floral, with crisp outlines, elongated side forms, and crest-like terminals that give the rug a strong sense of symmetry and movement.

Lavender, magenta, mauve, soft pink, orange, and small notes of teal animate the border-like perimeter and punctuate the central structure, adding energy without overwhelming the field. The result is a collector-grade vintage rug with a clear visual hierarchy, suited to contemporary, eclectic, or design-driven rooms that benefit from color and structure.

Curated by Doris Leslie Blau, this vintage rug carries the distinct character and artisanal soul that the gallery has championed for decades. With an unrivaled selection spanning eras, origins, and price points, Doris Leslie Blau continues to make fine carpet art accessible to designers and collectors worldwide.