Antique Sultanabad Persian Allover Floral Warm Tan Hand-Knotted Wool Rug – Circa 1900 BB1196 11'8" × 15'7" $67,000

This early 20th-century Persian Sultanabad rug is a superb example of the region’s celebrated artistry, combining grandeur of scale with refined floral aesthetics. The field is adorned with an allover pattern of large-scale stylized blossoms, rosettes, and angular palmettes, each rendered with remarkable clarity against a deep ground. Subtle abrash throughout the background lends the composition a sense of depth and movement, enhancing the organic quality of the design.

The palette is warm and earthy, with shades of beige, walnut brown, camel, and soft slate blue, beautifully balanced to create a harmonious and timeless look. The floral motifs are framed by a series of contrasting borders, the widest of which displays a meandering vine and rosette design, offering a rhythmic counterpoint to the richly decorated field.

Hand-knotted circa 1900, this Sultanabad rug exemplifies the region’s reputation for producing highly decorative and versatile carpets. Its generous proportions and sophisticated design make it ideal for both traditional and contemporary interiors, where it can serve as a statement piece while maintaining an air of elegance and comfort.

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.