Amritsar Indian Antique Medallion Warm Tan Hand-Knotted Wool Rug – Circa 1920 BB5780 9'0" × 12'0" $38,000

This antique Amritsar carpet from the 1920s exudes quiet elegance and timeless sophistication through its graceful palette and worn patina. Woven in the renowned workshops of Amritsar, a city in the Punjab region known for producing luxurious floor coverings in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, this piece reflects a transition between Mughal influence and more refined colonial aesthetics.

The rug features an architectural medallion design, delicately framed by a soft, scrolling palmette border. Its subdued palette—dominated by light beige, pale saffron, and soft rose—gives the rug a washed, ethereal quality, lending itself beautifully to interiors seeking a relaxed, vintage charm.

Though time has muted its original hues, the rug’s artistry remains discernible: faint floral elements and cartouches emerge through the pile, offering subtle visual texture. The overall design is symmetrical and balanced, creating a sense of calm and quiet formality.

Hand-knotted in fine wool, this Amritsar rug stands as a testament to India’s rich weaving heritage. Its restrained elegance, mellow tones, and graceful wear make it an exceptional piece for contemporary interiors that appreciate antique character without ostentation.

A rare piece from the Doris Leslie Blau Collection, this rug exemplifies superior artistry and tradition. 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.