Antique Allover Floral Needlework Wool Carpet In Soft Beige – Circa 1880 BB8516 11'0" × 14'10" $22,000

This antique European needlework wool carpet, circa 1880, reflects the refined hand-embroidered tradition of 19th-century decorative weaving. Its soft beige ground gives the piece a calm, adaptable presence.

A broad scalloped medallion in warm orange and coral anchors the composition, its scrolling arabesque outline creating a graceful frame for the airy floral field. Across the center and corners, delicate blossoms and leafy sprays appear in blush pink, apricot, golden yellow, olive, and fresh green, lending the design a measured rhythm without crowding the surface. The surrounding border repeats a pale floral motif against a terracotta ground, adding definition and a pleasing architectural edge.

Executed as a needlework carpet in wool, the rug has the crisp drawing and tactile finesse associated with careful embroidery. Its palette feels warm yet restrained, making it especially effective in interiors that call for softness, pattern, and a quietly decorative focal point. It brings historic texture and a romantic finish to both formal and contemporary rooms.

A rare piece from the Doris Leslie Blau collection, this antique rug exemplifies superior artistry, historic character, and timeless sophistication. DLB is internationally recognized for offering exceptional antique, vintage, and contemporary rugs of remarkable quality and provenance.