Antique Tabriz Persian Medallion Slate Gray Hand-Knotted Wool Rug – Circa 1920 BB7508 11'10" × 14'7" $43,000

A remarkable example of early 20th-century Persian artistry, this antique Tabriz rug from the 1920s showcases the exceptional craftsmanship for which the Tabriz weaving tradition is renowned. Defined by its symmetrical elegance and refined detail, the carpet features a classic central medallion design set within a sprawling, delicately rendered field.

The rug’s composition centers around a large scalloped medallion filled with sinuous floral motifs in soft shades of ivory, taupe, and pale saffron, all set against a painterly reserve of muted blue. The medallion is flanked by elegant corner spandrels mirroring the central pattern, their delicate contours subtly delineated in espresso brown, giving the layout a sense of graceful containment.

The primary field is densely decorated with a Herati-style design — a lattice of rosettes and stylized palmettes surrounded by diamond-shaped floral elements. This intricate all-over pattern is rendered in a sophisticated, softly faded palette of oatmeal, sky blue, antique gold, and sepia, offering a timeless appeal that blends classic Persian sensibility with a more understated, neutral color story.

The wide main border contrasts beautifully with the more subtle field, its dark indigo-blue ground supporting a meandering vine and blossom motif in pale beige, camel, and dusty blue. A pair of narrow guard borders, featuring delicate floral scrolls, frame the composition and lend it architectural precision.

Woven in Tabriz, one of the most storied rug-producing cities in Persia, this carpet displays a tight weave and remarkable clarity of design — hallmarks of the master workshops that flourished in the region during the early 20th century. With its sophisticated palette and regal proportions, this antique Tabriz carpet offers both decorative versatility and collectible value.

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.