Vintage Irish Arts & Crafts Floral Light Beige Hand-Knotted Wool Rug BB8392 9'10" × 13'3" $30,000

This exquisite Irish Arts and Crafts rug from the 1980s exemplifies the enduring legacy of the Donegal tradition. Inspired by early 20th-century designs popularized by luminaries like C.F.A. Voysey and William Morris, the rug embodies the movement’s reverence for nature, harmony, and handcrafted excellence.

Hand-knotted in rich, resilient wool, the carpet features a stylized symmetrical field of bold red floral motifs arranged in neat vertical columns against a warm neutral ground. These striking botanical patterns echo the romanticized flora seen in historical Donegal productions, with a distinctly graphic and heart-like flair.

Soft jade and teal clusters—suggestive of grapevines—punctuate the composition with organic depth and color contrast, blending subtly into a muted ground of fawn and blush tones. Framing this lush central panel is a dramatic border adorned with scrolling foliage and grape clusters rendered in golden ochre, sage, forest green, and indigo. The outermost crimson band gives the design a grounded and framed finish.

This rug maintains the spirit of the original Donegal designs while introducing a more modern and graphic layout suited to contemporary interiors. Its fine craftsmanship and balanced palette make it a versatile showpiece that bridges traditional Arts and Crafts artistry with 20th-century decorative taste.

With its unique pattern and refined colors, this vintage rug reflects the impeccable taste of Doris Leslie Blau’s selections. Offering both rare, high-end pieces and more accessible options, Doris Leslie Blau presents rugs in a wide spectrum of prices.