Antique Amritsar Indian Floral Allover Soft Beige Hand-Knotted Wool Rug – Circa 1880 BB8575 13'5" × 16'7" $60,000

This antique Indian Amritsar rug, hand-knotted in wool circa 1880, belongs to the distinguished weaving tradition of northern India, where Persian-inspired carpet design was interpreted with a softer, more atmospheric hand. Its allover floral composition gives the piece the presence of a formal antique rug while preserving an easy, timeworn elegance.

A soft beige field is layered with a restrained trellis of stylized blossoms, foliate sprays, and palmette forms that repeat in a measured rhythm across the surface. The design feels airy rather than dense, allowing the faded blush, terracotta, rust, taupe, and ivory tones to mingle in a gently abrash-washed palette. Around the field, a broad border of larger floral medallions and diamond-linked motifs adds structure and visual depth.

With its Arts and Crafts character and subtle Sultanabad and Kashan influences, this antique Amritsar rug offers warmth without heaviness. The balanced repeat and mellow coloration make it especially effective beneath traditional furnishings, in layered transitional rooms, or as a quiet anchor in a more contemporary interior.

Sourced from Doris Leslie Blau, this antique rug reflects the gallery's longstanding dedication to preserving the finest examples of carpet artistry from around the world. Its remarkable craftsmanship and patina make it both a decorative statement and a collectible work of art.