Amritsar Indian Antique Floral Allover Light Beige Hand-Knotted Wool Rug – Circa 1880 BB8772 13'7" × 19'7" $95,000

This antique Amritsar rug, woven in India circa 1880, reflects the refined carpet-making tradition of the Punjab region, where grand hand-knotted wool carpets were prized for formal interiors.

Its light beige field is organized into staggered oval and cartouche medallions woven into a floral trellis, creating a rhythmic repeat that feels measured rather than busy. The motifs soften into warm tan and camel tones, with age giving the surface a mellow, low-contrast patina. A restrained border frames the composition without interrupting the calm cadence of the design.

The result is a carpet with architectural poise and decorative flexibility: formal enough for a dining room or library, yet subdued enough to layer into transitional and Arts and Crafts interiors. Hand-knotted in wool, it carries the supple texture and nuanced wear collectors value in an authentic antique Indian rug.

A treasured piece from the expansive Doris Leslie Blau collection, this antique rug embodies the gallery's longstanding commitment to sourcing carpets of exceptional artistry and historical significance. DLB offers a vast selection of antique, vintage, and contemporary rugs, welcoming collectors and designers at every level.