Antique Amritsar Indian Allover Floral Warm Tan Hand-Knotted Wool Rug – Circa 1900 BB8573 12'7" × 14'1" $65,000

This magnificent antique Amritsar rug, handwoven in the early 20th century, exemplifies the refined artistry of North India’s famed weaving tradition. Rendered in a soft, time-aged palette of earthy taupes, warm browns, and muted beiges, the piece achieves a look of understated elegance that speaks to both its age and craftsmanship.

The spacious field is intricately decorated with an allover design of stylized palmettes, blossoming rosettes, and delicate vinery, arranged in a balanced yet free-flowing composition. Gentle abrash throughout lends a painterly quality to the rug, enhancing its depth and character. Surrounding the field, a broad border showcases a striking series of palmettes and serrated leaves, framed by guard bands of scrolling floral motifs, creating a graceful frame that anchors the composition.

Woven with fine wool, this carpet retains its supple handle and dignified patina, testifying to over a century of careful preservation. Its restrained tones and classical design make it highly versatile—equally suited for traditional interiors seeking authenticity and grandeur, or modern spaces desiring a touch of antique sophistication.

A true collector’s piece, this Amritsar rug embodies the elegance and artistry that made Indian carpets so highly prized in Western drawing rooms and estates of the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

As part of the curated collection at Doris Leslie Blau, a brand celebrated for its dedication to quality and design heritage, this rug exemplifies their commitment to originality and artisanry. Doris Leslie Blau offers a vast selection of antique, vintage, and contemporary rugs in a wide range of styles, materials, and price points, making fine textile art accessible to both collectors and designers alike.