Antique Indian Allover Geometric Teal With Warm Tan Hand-Knotted Wool Rug – Circa 1920 BB7398 12'3" × 20'8" $45,500

This antique Indian hand-knotted wool rug, circa 1920, reflects the refined weaving traditions that flourished in India during the early 20th century. Its formal composition and generous scale give it the presence of a room-defining carpet rather than a mere accent piece. Woven by hand in wool, it balances durability with a supple surface and a notably nuanced palette.

The field is a deep teal, almost midnight blue, animated by a disciplined allover lattice of warm tan botanical forms. Slender flowering vines, vase-like elements, and repeated trellis units create a measured rhythm across the surface, while the absence of a central medallion keeps the design expansive and architectural. The muted tan motifs read clearly against the saturated ground, giving the carpet strong contrast without severity.

A broad border in softened beige and pale gray frames the composition with small-scale floral and pictorial details, adding movement without overpowering the center. The wool pile has developed a mellow, timeworn patina that lends the rug depth, making it well suited to layered traditional or transitional interiors.

A treasured piece from the expansive Doris Leslie Blau collection, this antique rug embodies the gallery's longstanding commitment to sourcing carpets of exceptional artistry and historical significance. DLB offers a vast selection of antique, vintage, and contemporary rugs, welcoming collectors and designers at every level.