Agra Indian Antique Floral Allover Ivory Hand-Knotted Wool Rug – Circa 1880 BB8036 9'6" × 15'7" $70,000

This antique Indian Agra rug, woven circa 1880, belongs to the Mughal-influenced weaving tradition of Agra and reflects the city’s long association with elegant court-inspired carpets. Hand-knotted in wool, it combines generous scale with the decorative clarity that makes antique Agra rugs so enduring for collectors and designers.

A deep crimson field carries an intricate allover design of scrolling vines, palmettes, rosettes, and floral sprays, with a soft medallion-like emphasis emerging from the dense pattern. Ivory motifs, teal accents, and flashes of midnight blue enliven the surface, while the layered botanical drawing keeps the composition fluid rather than rigid.

The near-black border provides strong contrast, framing the center with large blossoms and stylized leaves that echo the field without repeating it mechanically. The result is a richly patterned antique Indian carpet with a formal presence and enough warmth and movement to suit traditional, transitional, or eclectic rooms.

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.