Rugs & Textiles

Textile Treasures Across Centuries

Duke’s has a proven track record in achieving strong results for rugs, carpets, and textiles, with successful sales of European, Indian, Persian, Turkish, and Chinese examples ranging from the 15th century to the mid-20th century.

Our expertise also extends to more specialist and esoteric pieces, including Aubusson tapestries, needlework samplers, and lace, all handled with meticulous care and scholarly insight.

Rugs and textiles feature regularly in our auctions throughout the year, appearing as individual highlights or within our Fine Art and Avenue Sales.

Recent highlights include:

• A Flemish tapestry, late 16th/early 17th century, woven with Samson slaying the Philistines with the jawbone of an ass - sold for £6,500*
• A Large Persian Mashad Carpet, 402cm x 627cm - sold for £11,050*
• A William IV Needlework Sampler, the work of Ann Hebblewhite, 1832 - sold for £910*

Whether you’re consigning a treasured heirloom or building a collection, Duke’s offers specialist guidance and access to a discerning audience of textile and design collectors.

To find out about the next sale, please visit our Upcoming Auctions page.

*Inclusive of fees

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