Antique Agra Indian Allover Floral Teal Hand-Knotted Wool Rug – Circa 1880 BB6700 14'3" × 17'7" $155,000

This antique Indian Agra rug, woven circa 1880, reflects the Mughal-inspired carpet tradition of northern India in hand-knotted wool. Its composition is dominated by an allover floral layout rather than a single medallion, giving the piece a tailored elegance that still feels richly ornamental.

A deep teal-green field carries a dense repeat of stylized blossoms, palmettes, and scrolling foliate stems worked in cream, soft gray, and hints of sage. The pattern is finely resolved and closely spaced, creating a layered botanical surface that adds texture and visual depth without overwhelming a room. Its small-scale movement works especially well beneath furniture, where it reads as texture from a distance and detail up close.

A saturated madder-red border brings strong contrast, enclosing the composition with rosettes, elongated leaves, and small geometric accents. The clear border hierarchy and subtle abrash soften the surface and underscore its antique character, making the rug especially suited to interiors that call for color, pattern, and the measured formality of an Agra carpet.

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.