Antique Sultanabad Persian Allover Floral Warm Tan Hand-Knotted Wool Rug – Circa 1880 BB7148 13'8" × 16'0" $85,000

This magnificent 19th-century Persian Sultanabad rug embodies the artistic grandeur and refined craftsmanship of the Sultanabad weaving tradition. Woven circa 1880, it presents a majestic all-over floral lattice design set against a rare and distinguished soft sky-blue field, a hallmark of fine antique Persian weaving.

The field is richly adorned with a rhythmic display of stylized rosettes, palmettes, and blossoming shrubs, all interconnected by a graceful network of angular vinery. The palette blends warm terracotta, rust, ivory, celadon green, and deep indigo, creating a striking contrast with the cool ground while maintaining an extraordinary balance and harmony.

Framing the floral expanse is a beautifully rendered multi-tiered border system, anchored by a broad main border in rust red featuring palmette and floral motifs. This is complemented by a series of guard stripes with scrolling vine patterns in soft celadon, ivory, and indigo, adding both structure and movement to the overall composition.

The rug’s large scale and generous proportions make it exceptionally rare and desirable. Its subtle abrashed field, the nuanced variation in dye tones, adds depth, authenticity, and a painterly quality that enhances its visual impact.

Sultanabad rugs of this caliber are celebrated for their artistic freedom, bold scale, and decorative versatility, and this piece exemplifies the very best of that tradition. Perfect for a grand interior, it is not only a masterful textile but also a true work of art that bridges Persian cultural heritage and timeless design.

A rare piece from the Doris Leslie Blau Collection, this rug exemplifies superior artistry and tradition. 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.