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Vintage André Arbus French Art Deco Rug in Blue by Rug & Kilim, 1940

$38,000
£29,290.97
€35,038.11
CA$55,262.26
A$56,971.15
CHF 32,370.53
MX$721,150.92
NOK 370,688.04
SEK 388,341.63
DKK 261,931.01

About the Item

Created circa 1940, this 9x14 hand-knotted wool rug is a definitive piece from the Style Arbus, pioneered by master décorateur André Arbus. It is a compelling work of discipline and sophistication, is an extremely collectible piece and a remarkable testament to one of the 20th century's most influential French designers. On the Design: Admirers of French decorative arts will immediately recognize the signature sensibility of André Arbus in this composition. The design embodies his core principle: "to be new while remaining traditional." This masterful structure achieves clarity through restraint. The field is a vast, contemplative expanse of smooth, tonal seafoam and powder blue wool, creating a tranquil surface Arbus often used to evoke calm and space in his interiors. The entire field is contained by a triple-banded border system, executed in sharp, creamy ivory lines against a deeper turquoise band. The key to the design's power lies in the prominent outer frame: a continuous, boldly rendered Greek Key (Meander) motif. Arbus frequently employed such classical geometric forms—often called the "Antique Motif"—to lend a sense of timeless intellectual rigor to his Art Décoratif. The contrast between the plush, monochromatic field and the hard, rhythmic angularity of the classical border is a sophisticated exercise in contrast, creating an aesthetic balance that is both supremely elegant and powerfully modern. This exceptional weaving stands as a piece of architectural textile, underscoring its status as a genuine work of French design history from a celebrated master. Condition: This vintage French Art Deco deco rug further enjoys good condition for its age and origin.
  • Dimensions:
    Width: 106 in (269.24 cm)Length: 164 in (416.56 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Wool,Hand-Knotted
  • Place of Origin:
    France
  • Period:
    1940-1949
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1940
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Long Island City, NY
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 353191stDibs: LU4551147719312

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