Amritsar Indian Antique Allover Warm Tan Hand-Knotted Wool Rug – Circa 1920 BB8217 14'0" × 17'3" $75,000

This antique Amritsar Indian rug, woven circa 1920, reflects the refined carpet-making tradition of Punjab in hand-knotted wool. Its composition is an elegant allover botanical trellis rather than a central-medallion scheme, giving the piece a measured, balanced presence that feels both formal and easy to place in a contemporary interior.

The warm tan field is animated by scrolling vines, stylized palmettes, and rosette-like blossoms arranged in a loose lattice. Soft beige, taupe, and brown tones create gentle contrast while keeping the surface low in saturation and quietly atmospheric. Age has softened the drawing, allowing the floral repeats to read with a layered, timeworn grace.

A broad floral border encloses the field with clear hierarchy, its repeating stems and blossoms echoing the interior pattern without overwhelming it. The result is an antique Indian carpet with useful visual depth, suited to rooms that call for pattern, warmth, and a collected sensibility.

Part of Doris Leslie Blau's grand collection, this antique rug embodies the rich heritage and refined craftsmanship that define the world's most exceptional carpets. Established in 1965, Doris Leslie Blau has earned an international reputation for curating rare and important rugs spanning centuries of design history.