Antique Axminster English Allover Geometric Warm Tan Hand-Knotted Wool Rug(Machine Made) – Circa 1900 Wilton (Machine Made) BB8890 13'6" × 16'10" $27,000

This antique English Wilton rug, woven around 1900, reflects the disciplined carpet-making tradition that flourished in England at the turn of the century. Its machine-made construction gives the piece a precise, structured clarity, while age has softened the surface into an inviting, lived-in character.

The design is organized as an allover trellis of stylized botanical medallions linked by scrolling vines, creating steady rhythm across the field. A pale light-blue ground is layered with warm tan, rust red, olive, and ivory details, allowing the floral motifs to read with gentle contrast rather than sharp definition. The composition feels formal but not rigid, with repeated crests and rosette-like forms that nod to oriental carpet traditions.

A broad rust-red border frames the interior with greater intensity, repeating small crests and floral ornaments in a more concentrated register. This balance of structure and softness makes the rug especially effective in rooms that need warmth, pattern, and a sense of order, from traditional salons to layered contemporary interiors.

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.