Antique Amritsar Indian Floral Allover Warm Tan Hand-Knotted Wool Rug – Circa 1880 BB5191 7'9" × 9'4" $22,000

This antique Amritsar Indian rug, hand-knotted in North India circa 1880, reflects the refined weaving tradition that flourished in Amritsar during the late 19th century. Its warm tan ground and softened palette give the piece an inviting, timeworn presence while preserving the elegance of its original design.

The composition is organized as a framed allover floral field rather than a rigid medallion carpet, with a gentle central emphasis and botanical motifs that breathe across the surface. Palmettes, rosettes, and foliate forms appear in muted ivory, taupe, cocoa, faded rose, and pale lavender, outlined with enough contrast to remain legible without feeling hard-edged.

An articulate border system strengthens the rug’s structure: narrow guard bands lead to a more decorative main border with cartouches, scrolling vines, and repeated floral details. The result is a floral antique rug with quiet rhythm and understated formality, well suited to traditional or transitional interiors seeking the character of an authentic antique Indian rug in a warm neutral register.

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.