Rugs that Tie the Room Together Available From 1stbid

Although he was known primarily as an artist who created kinetic mobiles and monumental public sculptures, Alexander Calder was an artist who found himself a niche in many different formats. He created prints and paintings, designed theatrical sets and jewelry, and developed abstract motifs for aircraft, automobiles, textiles, rugs, and more. Three of those designs— in the form of modern rugs— are currently under the hammer in the Vintage & Modern Rugs auction at 1stbid.

The available lots include traditional designs from around the world. Over 90 of the almost 200 rugs on offer are from Persia, and there are also pieces from Turkey, Morocco, Pakistan, the Caucasus, and more. Some of the notable individual pieces include an antique Serapi rug listed in very good condition, a Mohtasham Kashan rug from the Hajji Jalilli period, an antique Bakhshaish rug also in very good condition, and a French tapestry rug that depicts the grape harvest. Visit Bidsquare to browse the full catalog of this and other online auctions.