Antique Agra Indian Allover Floral Warm Tan Hand-Knotted Wool Rug – Circa 1900 BB0487 12'1" × 15'3" $65,000

Woven in Agra, India, circa 1900, this antique hand-knotted wool rug belongs to the city’s celebrated Mughal-inspired weaving tradition. Its composition is entirely allover, with no central medallion, allowing the repeating floral lattice to create a steady, architectural rhythm across the field.

Deep espresso-brown grounds set off the small ivory, beige, and caramel blossoms, which appear as linked rosettes, foliate sprigs, and trellis-like connectors. The restrained palette gives the pattern unusual clarity, while the dense repeat lends the rug a tailored, grounded presence that reads beautifully from across a room.

A warm tan outer border and finely layered guard borders frame the interior with discipline, echoing the symmetry of the field without overwhelming it. Elegant yet easy to place, this antique Agra floral rug suits traditional, transitional, and collected interiors where pattern, history, and wool texture matter more than ornament for ornament’s sake.

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.