Sultanabad Persian Antique Allover Geometric Light Beige Hand-Knotted Wool Rug – Circa 1880 BB8560 13'4" × 20'6" $130,000

This magnificent 19th-century Persian Sultanabad rug captures the grandeur and artistry of one of Persia’s most celebrated weaving centers. Woven circa 1880, it embodies the region’s hallmark style — a harmonious marriage of bold, large-scale motifs and a sophisticated, painterly palette.

The spacious ivory field is adorned with an allover pattern of oversized palmettes, angular floral rosettes, stylized leaves, and graceful vine scrolls, all drawn with a confident hand. Soft shades of terracotta, sky blue, camel, chocolate brown, and midnight indigo create a balanced yet dynamic interplay of color. The design achieves both visual movement and an underlying sense of order — a testament to the masterful artisanship of Sultanabad weavers.

Framing the composition is a striking rust-toned border, animated with geometric medallions, rosette clusters, and delicate stylized blossoms. The interplay between the robust central design and the richly patterned border enhances the rug’s architectural presence, making it an extraordinary statement piece for a grand interior.

The wool is hand-knotted with a supple yet durable handle, displaying the subtle patina and time-softened hues that only over a century of careful preservation can produce. This rug is not merely a decorative furnishing but a true work of woven art, representing the height of late 19th-century Persian craftsmanship.

A rare and majestic example 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.