Karabakh Caucasian Antique Allover Geometric Warm Tan Hand-Knotted Wool Carpet – Circa 1900 Paisley Design BB7033 4'6" × 7'7" $5,000

This antique Karabakh Caucasian rug, woven around 1900, reflects the bold geometric language of the southern Caucasus and the enduring appeal of hand-knotted wool carpets from the region.

Its warm tan ground is divided into a rhythmic grid of large diamond compartments, each framed by stepped outlines and centered by a compact rosette-like device. Brick red, rust, navy blue, and cream build depth within the compartments, while the repeating structure gives the rug an architectural, almost panelled presence.

The wide border and narrow inner divisions reinforce the tribal hierarchy of the composition, with small cross, lozenge, and hooked details that keep the eye moving across the field. Graphic yet restrained, the rug brings texture and warmth to layered interiors and sits comfortably in both traditional and contemporary settings.

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.