Antique Bessarabian Russian Allover Floral Ivory Flatweave Wool Carpet – Circa 1920 BB8336 6'3" × 10'0" $20,000

An antique Bessarabian rug from Russia, woven circa 1920, this flatwoven wool carpet reflects the regional folk tradition known for lively florals and decorative clarity. Its handwoven construction gives the design a crisp, tapestry-like surface that suits both collector interiors and contemporary rooms.

The composition is organized around a deep charcoal field filled with repeating floral bouquets set in an informal trellis. Each cluster mixes ivory, sky blue, leaf green, blush, and ochre accents, with the hand-drawn quality of the blossoms keeping the pattern lively rather than rigid. A thin madder-toned inner line quietly frames the center.

Wide ivory borders complete the piece with looping vine scrolls and small blossoms that echo the field while adding a softer, lighter perimeter. The result is a Bessarabian carpet with strong graphic contrast, gentle rhythm, and an approachable botanical character that reads beautifully under furniture groupings or as a focal point in layered antique and vintage schemes.

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.