Karabakh Caucasian Antique Allover Geometric Warm Tan Hand-Knotted Wool Runner – Circa 1900 Paisley Design BB7459 7'1" × 18'5" $48,000

This antique Karabakh rug, woven in the Caucasus around 1900, reflects the region’s distinctive village weaving tradition in hand-knotted wool. Its elongated format and balanced density give the piece a composed, architectural presence, while the time-softened surface adds the kind of character prized in antique rugs by collectors and designers alike.

The warm tan field is organized by a repeating geometric lattice that alternates with stylized paisley forms, octagonal rosettes, and small floral devices. Rather than a single medallion, the design relies on rhythm and repetition, creating movement across the field without losing clarity. The effect is decorative, disciplined, and especially effective in long circulation spaces.

A bold border in deep black frames the composition with scrolling paisley ornament and a subtle contrast of coral, ivory, taupe, and dark blue accents. The result is a rug with both graphic strength and decorative ease, well suited to hallways, galleries, and interiors that favor layered, collected antique carpets.

Sourced from Doris Leslie Blau, this antique rug reflects the gallery's longstanding dedication to preserving the finest examples of carpet artistry from around the world. Its remarkable craftsmanship and patina make it both a decorative statement and a collectible work of art.