Antique Bessarabian Allover Floral Light Beige Flatweave Wool Rug (Size Adjusted) BB9241 13'4" × 21'5" $90,000

This antique Bessarabian flatweave wool rug, woven in Europe during the antique period, reflects the refined floral-trellis tradition associated with the style. Its allover layout feels orderly and light, balancing decorative detail with a clear, architectural structure.

A light beige field is organized into repeating octagonal compartments outlined by a sage gray lattice. Within each cell, delicate bouquets and small blossom-like motifs bring in soft pink, dusty coral, pale blue, and muted gold, while compact rosette squares punctuate the rhythm between the larger forms. The result is patterned, but never heavy, with a gentle sense of movement across the surface.

The broad floral border strengthens the composition with larger roses and leafy sprays set against a darker ground, giving the rug a framed, tailored presence. Its flatwoven wool construction keeps the design crisp and visually legible, making this Bessarabian carpet especially well suited to formal dining rooms, graceful living spaces, and interiors that call for botanical character with restraint.

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.