Antique Amritsar Indian Allover Warm Tan Hand-Knotted Wool Rug – Circa 1920 BB4312 9'10" × 19'0" $100,000

This antique Amritsar rug, woven in India circa 1920, reflects the refined northern Indian tradition of carpets made for elegant interiors. Rather than a single medallion, it presents an allover floral field that feels orderly and relaxed at once, with vine scrolls, rosettes, and small blossoms arranged in a balanced repeat.

The warm tan ground is softened by time into a quiet, earthy neutral, while deeper brown accents sketch the pattern with subtle definition. A broad border frames the composition with the same botanical vocabulary, giving the rug a clear architecture without interrupting its gentle flow. The low-contrast palette creates a calm surface that reads as collected and lived-in rather than formal.

That understated character makes the piece especially versatile for layered traditional rooms, transitional dining areas, or spaces that need warmth without visual weight. Its hand-knotted construction and mellow patina add depth and texture, letting the rug anchor furniture while keeping the room airy. As an antique Indian Amritsar carpet, it offers the decorative richness of Persian-inspired design in a more relaxed, timeworn register.

Part of Doris Leslie Blau's grand collection, this antique rug embodies the rich heritage and refined craftsmanship that define the world's most exceptional carpets. Established in 1965, Doris Leslie Blau has earned an international reputation for curating rare and important rugs spanning centuries of design history.