Antique Allover Floral Cream Hand-Knotted Wool Carpet – Circa 1900 (Fragment) BB5495 2'4" × 5'2" $2,500

This antique European hand-knotted wool carpet fragment, woven circa 1900, preserves the character of a larger floral room rug in a compact format. Its vertical proportion and early 20th-century craftsmanship give it the presence of a small antique rug with the rhythm of formal decorative weaving.

The design unfolds as an abstract botanical repeat, with oversized palmette-like blossoms and scrolling leaves stacked in a measured column. A worn terracotta and rust ground is animated by cream, burgundy, chestnut, olive, and vivid turquoise accents, creating a lively contrast that feels both formal and painterly. The surviving edges hint at a once-structured composition, now softened by age into something more atmospheric, while dark outlines keep the pattern legible despite the erosion of the pile.

Dense hand-knotting and a tactile wool surface give the fragment a firm, textural presence, and the abrash adds depth without diminishing the design. As a floral antique rug fragment, it can anchor a layered interior, bring warmth to a contemporary scheme, or serve as a collectible textile with clear historical character.

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.