Antique Amritsar Indian Allover Warm Tan Hand-Knotted Wool Rug – Circa 1900 BB5570 9'9" × 14'0" $43,000

This antique Amritsar Indian rug, hand-knotted in wool circa 1900, reflects the refined weaving tradition of northern India at the turn of the century. Its warm tan field and soft pile create a calm, room-friendly base for the finely spaced allover composition.

Across the center, small boteh and paisley forms drift in an orderly trellis-like repeat, each softened in muted rose, ivory, and earth-toned accents. The composition feels light and measured, with generous negative space that lets the antique wool and subtle abrash read clearly. A narrow inner guard border in dark brown frames the field with quiet definition.

Around it, a broader beige border carries scrolling floral vines and boteh details, lending the rug a more ornate outline without disturbing its restrained character. The result is an elegant antique Indian rug that layers easily into both traditional and contemporary interiors, adding warmth, texture, and a collected sense of age while remaining visually unobtrusive today.

Part of Doris Leslie Blau's grand collection, this antique rug stands as a testament to the enduring beauty of traditional weaving artistry. Renowned for its curated selection of the world's finest rugs, DLB offers pieces ranging from accessible vintage treasures to rare, museum-worthy masterpieces for discerning collectors and designers alike.