Antique Indian Floral Allover Oversized Ivory Hand-Knotted Wool Rug – Circa 1880 BB9072 15'5" × 26'5" $190,000

This antique North Indian hand-knotted wool rug, circa 1880, draws on the floral weaving traditions of India and reads as an elegant example of late 19th-century craftsmanship.

A deep blue field sets the tone for an intricate allover trellis of rosettes, palmettes, blossom sprays, and scrolling vines. The repeat is carefully balanced, with small medallion-like floral clusters punctuating the lattice and giving the composition a measured, almost architectural rhythm. Rather than relying on a single centerpiece, the design unfolds evenly across the surface, and the result feels expansive, orderly, and refined. The pattern also reflects a classical Persian influence interpreted through North Indian weaving.

An ivory main border, edged by multiple narrow guard bands, brings definition to the composition and brightens the darker field. Warm crimson, golden tan, and touches of soft green animate the pattern without disturbing its harmony, while the wool pile lends the surface a supple, age-softened patina. This oversized antique rug offers the kind of depth and layered pattern that can anchor traditional, transitional, or collected interiors with ease.

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.