Antique Amritsar Indian Floral Allover Pale Sand Hand-Knotted Wool Rug – Circa 1900 BB5600 10'1" × 12'9" $22,000

This antique Amritsar Indian rug, woven circa 1900, is a hand-knotted wool carpet from one of northern India’s most admired weaving centers.

Its pale sand field supports a relaxed allover floral composition, where scrolling vines, rosettes, palmettes, and foliate sprays unfold in a balanced, medallion-like rhythm. The design feels more atmospheric than graphic, with softened outlines and age-mellowed contrast that let the motifs drift across the surface in warm brown, dusty rose, gold, and muted olive tones. The dense wool pile preserves the drawing’s fine detail while giving the rug a quietly worn, collected character. Open negative space keeps the pattern from feeling heavy, allowing the botanical elements to read with clarity and ease.

A layered border frames the composition with blossoms and vine work, giving the carpet a clear architectural edge while preserving its softness. That combination of formal structure, refined patterning, and gentle coloration makes this antique floral rug especially versatile for interiors that call for historic character, decorative warmth, and an understated sense of elegance.

A rare piece from the Doris Leslie Blau collection, this antique rug exemplifies superior artistry, historic character, and timeless sophistication. DLB is internationally recognized for offering exceptional antique, vintage, and contemporary rugs of remarkable quality and provenance.