Exquisite Antique Amritsar Indian Allover Floral Ivory Hand-Knotted Wool Rug – Circa 1920 (Size Adjusted) BB8291 10'0" × 11'3" $39,000

This antique Amritsar rug, woven in India around 1920, presents a hand-knotted wool interpretation of the region’s refined floral tradition. The size-adjusted square format keeps the composition balanced and practical, while the early-20th-century craftsmanship gives the piece the patina and softness collectors value in antique Indian carpets, along with a distinctly Indian sensibility.

Across the ivory ground, interlocking cartouche forms create a softened trellis, each compartment holding pale blossoms, rosettes, and slender stems with a light blue wash behind them. Rich chocolate-brown outlines and scrolling foliage define the repeat, giving the floral pattern a measured rhythm and a distinctly Amritsar sense of elegance.

A warm terracotta and tan border, worked with a geometric meander and narrow guard stripes, frames the field and adds just enough structure to balance the painterly interior. The palette of ivory, brown, blush, and soft blue feels gentle yet grounded, making this antique floral rug a versatile anchor for traditional or transitional rooms in formal living spaces or relaxed dining areas.

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.