Amritsar Indian Antique Allover Warm Tan With Light Beige Hand-Knotted Wool Carpet – Circa 1880 BB6593 13'2" × 14'10" $60,000

This antique Indian Amritsar carpet, woven circa 1880, is a hand-knotted wool rug rooted in the refined northern Indian weaving tradition that drew inspiration from classical Persian designs. Its square format and generous scale give the piece an architectural presence, while the softened surface speaks to more than a century of graceful aging.

The composition is organized around a faded allover field with a ghosted medallion axis, creating a quiet sense of order rather than a rigid central focus. Floral arabesques, palmettes, and scrolling vinery drift across the warm tan ground, their outlines gently blurred by time. A defined border still frames the design, but its blossoms and foliate forms are mellowed, lending the rug a calm, decorative rhythm.

Light beige, warm tan, and muted honey tones give the carpet its sun-washed character, making it especially adaptable in rooms that call for warmth without visual heaviness. The low-contrast palette and antique patina allow it to anchor traditional interiors or soften more contemporary architecture with ease.

Sourced from Doris Leslie Blau, this antique rug reflects the gallery's longstanding dedication to preserving the finest examples of carpet artistry from around the world. Its remarkable craftsmanship and patina make it both a decorative statement and a collectible work of art.