Tabriz Persian Antique Medallion Cream Beige Hand-Knotted Wool Rug – Circa 1900 BB7521 11'4" × 14'2" $28,000

Woven in Tabriz, Persia, circa 1900, this antique medallion rug reflects the city’s celebrated weaving tradition in a composed, formal layout.

The soft cream-beige field is opened up by a scalloped central medallion in dusty blue and slate, surrounded by delicately rendered floral tracery, foliate sprays, and small botanical accents. Its stepped outline and mirrored corner treatment give the composition a clear architectural rhythm, while the pale ground keeps the design airy and measured. The open center allows the medallion to float with unusual clarity, giving the rug a calm, balanced presence.

A rust-brown main border packed with scrolling blossoms and vines adds warmth and contrast, with narrow guard stripes and touches of terracotta, tan, and midnight blue enriching the palette. The result is a Persian rug with quiet refinement, well suited to interiors that favor historic pattern, symmetry, and understated color. Its disciplined drawing and softened antique patina make it especially adaptable for formal rooms and layered, collected spaces.

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.