Antique Bessarabian Russian Allover Geometric Brown Flatweave Wool Carpet – Circa 1920 BB8493 5'5" × 8'10" $14,000

Antique Bessarabian Russian flatweave carpet, circa 1920, this piece belongs to the Bessarabian weaving tradition of Russia and reflects the region’s preference for strong geometry rendered in a practical wool construction.

A dark brown field sets off a regular allover repeat of large rosette-like medallions, each built from stepped petals, diamond cores, and angular black-and-white accents. Sky blue, brick red, green, and yellow outline the motifs, giving the surface a lively, almost folk-art cadence while preserving a disciplined sense of order. Small diamond ornaments punctuate the open ground between the larger figures.

A pale light blue border frames the composition and softens the darker center, adding a quiet edge of contrast. The result is a Bessarabian rug with graphic presence and generous negative space, well suited to interiors that need pattern, warmth, and a distinctly antique character without visual heaviness.

A treasured piece from the expansive Doris Leslie Blau collection, this antique rug embodies the gallery's longstanding commitment to sourcing carpets of exceptional artistry and historical significance. DLB offers a vast selection of antique, vintage, and contemporary rugs, welcoming collectors and designers at every level.