Bessarabian Russian Antique Allover Floral Cream Beige Hand-Knotted Wool Rug – Circa 1880 BB8856 10'0" × 10'10" $43,000

This antique Bessarabian rug, woven circa 1880 in the Eastern European Bessarabian tradition, brings a composed, decorative sensibility to the floor. Hand-knotted in wool, it pairs historic character with a carefully structured layout, allowing the floral ornament to feel refined rather than crowded.

A cream-beige field is arranged in a compartmented grid of softly framed cartouches, each holding petite bouquets and airy blossoms in rose, blush, olive, and burgundy. Geometric connectors and small crest-like motifs break up the repetition, giving the design a measured rhythm and a quietly architectural presence. The brown outlines lend definition without overwhelming the lighter ground.

The border strengthens that sense of order with Greek key passages, rectangular floral reserves, and a scrolling pink-and-green vine that echoes the interior palette. The result is an antique floral rug with collected warmth, ideal for traditional rooms or transitional interiors that call for botanical detail, soft color, and a calm, orderly field.

Sourced from Doris Leslie Blau, this antique rug represents the caliber of craftsmanship and cultural heritage the gallery has championed since its founding in 1965. With six decades of expertise, Doris Leslie Blau remains a premier destination for rare and extraordinary rugs across a wide range of styles and price points.