Antique Agra Indian Allover Warm Tan Hand-Knotted Wool Rug – Circa 1900 BB4670 12'0" × 19'5" $65,000

Hand-knotted in India around 1900, this antique Agra rug reflects the refined weaving tradition of north Indian carpets shaped by Persian design influence. Woven in wool, it balances formality with a warm, time-softened presence.

The warm tan field is densely covered with a small-scale trellis that reads almost like a field of tiny boteh-like and geometric forms, creating a tight, rhythmic surface with very little open space. Dark brown outlines and light beige accents sharpen the pattern while keeping the overall effect restrained.

A formal multi-border frame anchors the composition, including a cream outer guard with vine-and-palmette detailing and deeper brown inner bands that add depth and architectural order. The result is an antique Indian rug with enough pattern to enliven traditional rooms, yet enough understatement to layer easily into transitional interiors.

Sourced from Doris Leslie Blau, this antique rug reflects the gallery's longstanding dedication to preserving the finest examples of carpet artistry from around the world. Its remarkable craftsmanship and patina make it both a decorative statement and a collectible work of art.