Light Ivory Color Antique Irish Floral Arts & Crafts Design Donegal Rug
| Stock number | 17951 |
| Size | 9 ft 10 in x 14 ft 2 in (3.00 m x 4.32 m) |
| Origin | Irish |
| Age | Circa 1920 |
| Style | Donegal |
| Materials | Wool |
| Construction | Hand Knotted Pile |
| Colors | Ivory Beige Cream White |
| Pattern | Allover, Floral |
Antique Donegal - Arts & Crafts Ireland Knotted Rug, Country of Origin: Ireland, Circa Date: 1920s. This exceptional example of early 20th-century weaving represents the pinnacle of the Irish Arts and Crafts movement. Its soft, muted palette and stylized botanical elements distinguish it among antique rugs of the period, offering a sophisticated counterpoint to more traditional Oriental designs. The design adheres closely to the aesthetic principles championed by C.F.A. Voysey and William Morris, emphasizing natural forms and structural clarity. This piece is a quintessential example of donegal Arts & Crafts rugs, characterized by its substantial weave and commitment to organic, yet disciplined, patterning. The field features scrolling vines, stylized tulips, and shell motifs rendered in delicate shades of coral, pale aqua, and deep cobalt against a creamy ivory ground.