1920s Apricot Blue Stripe Antique Indian Cotton Dhurrie Carpet 9'7" X 15'3" Flatweave Wool Rug

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1920s Indian Cotton Dhurrie Carpet ( 9'7" x 15'3" - 292 x 464 )

Antique Dhurrie Large Room Size Cotton … Read more 1920s Indian Cotton Dhurrie Carpet ( 9'7" x 15'3" - 292 x 464 )

Antique Dhurrie Large Room Size Cotton Navy, Sienna Rug, Country of Origin: India, Circa Date: 1925. This striking textile is a powerful example of early 20th-century weaving from Indian rugs. Its bold, graphic design contrasts sharply with the traditional ornate patterns often associated with the region, offering a surprisingly modern aesthetic for its age.

The composition is defined by broad, horizontal bands of saturated color. The deep, rich navy provides a grounding contrast to the warm, earthy sienna tones. As a large room size rugs, this piece commands attention, utilizing the powerful juxtaposition of blue color rugs and natural earth tones to structure a space.

While technically a cotton weave, the minimalist, striped approach aligns closely with the aesthetic principles of the Dhurrie style, emphasizing texture and color blocking over intricate knot work. This simplicity allows the inherent quality of the materials and the subtle variations in the hand-dyed fibers to become the central focus of the design.

Dating back nearly a century, this rug represents a fascinating intersection of traditional craftsmanship and emerging Art Deco sensibilities. Such pieces are highly sought after by collectors who value authentic, high-impact antique rugs that transcend typical period decoration and function equally well in contemporary environments. See less