Antique Karabakh Caucasian Allover Floral Warm Tan Hand-Knotted Wool Runner – Circa 1900 Paisley Design BB9002 6'9" × 18'7" $27,000

This antique Karabakh carpet, woven in the Caucasus circa 1900, reflects the region’s hand-knotted wool tradition in a long, elegant format made for spaces that benefit from strong linear presence.

Its allover composition is built from stacked horizontal bands of stylized blossoms, scrolling leaves, and paisley-like forms, with geometric linking devices lending structure to the dense repeat. Against the dark ground, warm tan outlines, brick red blossoms, dusty pink petals, and notes of navy blue create depth and movement without overwhelming the eye.

That balance of tribal clarity and floral ornament is characteristic of Karabakh weaving, where village drawing often takes on a more cultivated, almost Arts and Crafts sensibility. A finely articulated border of roses and foliage frames the field, reinforcing the carpet’s rhythm and giving this antique Caucasian rug a collected, quietly architectural presence.

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.