Antique Indian Medallion Soft Beige With Light Blue Hand-Knotted Wool Carpet – Circa 1920 BB8740 11'7" × 21'10" $70,000

This magnificent antique Indian rug from the 1920s exemplifies the refined artistry of early 20th-century Indian weaving, strongly influenced by classical Persian aesthetics. Handwoven in a grand mansion size, it carries an air of time-softened beauty, where every detail speaks of its age, history, and artistry.

The rug features a delicate allover design, anchored by a subtle central medallion that seems to dissolve gracefully into the surrounding field. Its intricate patterns—featuring floral vines, palmettes, and stylized animals—are woven in a restrained yet sophisticated palette of soft beiges, muted blues, faded celadons, and sandy tans. Over a century of gentle wear has imparted a beautiful patina, lending the rug a dreamlike, almost watercolor quality that enhances its sense of authenticity and age.

The palatial scale and subdued palette make this piece exceptionally versatile: it has the gravitas to ground a formal space, yet its understated elegance allows it to blend seamlessly into modern and transitional interiors.

Crafted in India during a period when master weavers were reviving and reinterpreting Mughal and Persian traditions, this rug is both a decorative statement and a historical artifact—an embodiment of the artistry and craftsmanship that defined early 20th-century Indian weaving.

This exquisite antique rug, sourced from Doris Leslie Blau, showcases a rare blend of history and craftsmanship. Doris Leslie Blau offers a broad and varied pricing spectrum, accommodating collectors and designers across a range of budgets—from modest vintage finds to rare, museum-worthy masterpieces.