Red Square Antique Irish Donegal Gavin Morton Arts and Crafts Rug
$16,500.00
| Stock number | 18754 |
| Size | 10 ft 4 in x 11 ft 6 in (3.15 m x 3.51 m) |
| Origin | Irish |
| Age | Circa 1900 |
| Style | Donegal |
| Materials | Wool |
| Construction | Hand Knotted Pile |
| Colors | Red / Rust |
| Pattern | Allover, Floral |
This magnificent antique Irish Donegal carpet, dating from the late nineteenth or early twentieth century, is a masterpiece of the "Arts and Crafts" movement, likely designed by the renowned Gavin Morton. Historically, antique Irish Donegal carpets represent the pinnacle of Western weaving, established in the rugged Northwest of Ireland to provide a high-quality, hand-knotted alternative to Persian imports. Gavin Morton, the principal designer for Morton & Co., was a visionary who moved away from Victorian clutter toward a bold, organic aesthetic influenced by William Morris and the Celtic Revival. This specific specimen is exceptionally rare due to its nearly "square" format—a shape highly coveted for its architectural versatility in modern and traditional spaces. The square rug composition is a virtuoso display of the "Large-Scale" Arts and Crafts design language.