Karabakh Caucasian Antique Floral Allover Warm Tan Hand-Knotted Wool Runner – Circa 1880 Paisley Design BB5350 2'9" × 19'7" $22,000

This antique Karabakh runner, woven in the Caucasus circa 1880, presents a classic nineteenth-century regional interpretation of floral design in a long, elegant format.

A near-black ground carries an allover rhythm of scrolling boteh, winding stems, rosettes, and tightly drawn blossoms, each rendered with remarkable density and flow. Warm tan outlines soften the composition, while cream, brick red, and muted olive notes give the surface depth and contrast. The result is ornamental yet measured, with a steady vertical cadence that guides the eye naturally down a hallway or gallery.

A restrained border in caramel and ivory frames the field with tailored precision, allowing the botanical interior to remain the focus. Hand-knotted in wool, this Karabakh runner combines tactile durability with the refined intricacy that makes antique Caucasian rugs so enduring. Its balanced palette and continuous pattern make it equally effective in traditional settings or more eclectic interiors seeking warmth and pattern.

Part of Doris Leslie Blau's grand collection, this antique rug stands as a testament to the enduring beauty of traditional weaving artistry. Renowned for its curated selection of the world's finest rugs, DLB offers pieces ranging from accessible vintage treasures to rare, museum-worthy masterpieces for discerning collectors and designers alike.