Agra Indian Antique Floral Allover Soft Beige Hand-Knotted Wool Rug – Circa 1880 BB8641 8'10" × 11'4" $20,000

This exquisite 19th-century Agra rug from India captures the opulence and artistry of the Mughal aesthetic with a dramatic and richly detailed design. Set against a black field, the composition bursts with stylized botanical elements, angular palmettes, and serrated medallions rendered in a vivid yet refined palette of crimson, ivory, ochre, soft rose, and gold. Delicate vines and floral sprays create a rhythmic lattice that balances geometric precision with organic flow, imbuing the rug with dynamic symmetry.

Crafted circa 1880, the piece exemplifies the superior craftsmanship for which Agra weavers were renowned—thick, plush wool knotted with finesse to produce a highly durable yet luxurious surface. Its unusual use of saturated dark ground punctuated by bright, jewel-like motifs evokes the grandeur of Indian courtly textiles while maintaining a uniquely expressive and folkloric charm.

A rare fusion of Indian elegance and Persian influence from the Doris Leslie Blau Collection, this Agra rug is a timeless centerpiece, ideal for collectors and interior connoisseurs who appreciate historical depth, bold design, and artisanal mastery. 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.