Antique Agra Indian Allover Floral Warm Tan Hand-Knotted Wool Rug – Circa 1900 (Size Adjusted) BB8835 9'7" × 14'0" $48,000

This antique Agra hand-knotted wool rug, woven in India around 1900, reflects the city’s formal carpet tradition in a room-size format. Its restrained composition and finely worked surface speak to the elegant, courtly side of Agra weaving.

The warm tan field carries an allover botanical trellis, with stylized flowering stems, serrated leaves, and small rosettes repeating in a balanced rhythm. Dark brown and black outlines give the motifs definition, while ivory, camel, and soft taupe keep the pattern airy rather than heavy. The absence of a medallion lets the design read as continuous texture.

A layered border system frames the field with floral meanders and crisp guard bands, strengthening the rug’s tailored geometry. Because the palette stays earthy and subdued, it settles easily into traditional rooms yet also brings structure to transitional or contemporary interiors, where an antique Indian rug with formal pattern and quiet contrast is especially effective. Its hand-knotted wool construction adds a supple hand and lasting presence.

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.