Antique Indian Allover Floral Soft Beige Hand-Knotted Wool Rug – Circa 1920 BB6862 11'2" × 17'8" $95,000

This antique Indian hand-knotted wool rug, woven circa 1920, reflects the refined carpet tradition of North India, where floral designs were often interpreted with a softer, more atmospheric hand. Its composition is governed by an allover lattice of rosettes, palmettes, and vine links rather than a single central medallion, giving the piece an elegant, evenly balanced presence.

The soft beige field acts as a quiet backdrop for muted motifs in dusty blue, warm brown, faded peach, and gray. Repeating botanical forms emerge and recede across the surface, creating the gently worn, low-contrast character collectors value in antique Indian rugs. The result is decorative but restrained, with enough rhythm to enrich a room without overpowering it.

A softly defined border frames the composition with scrolling floral detail, its hierarchy preserved but mellowed by age and abrasion. That timeworn finish lends this floral rug a versatile sensibility, making it especially suited to layered traditional, transitional, or contemporary interiors that favor texture, history, and understated pattern.

Sourced from Doris Leslie Blau, this antique rug represents the caliber of craftsmanship and cultural heritage the gallery has championed since its founding in 1965. With six decades of expertise, Doris Leslie Blau remains a premier destination for rare and extraordinary rugs across a wide range of styles and price points.