Antique Sultanabad Medallion Light Beige Hand-Knotted Rug BB9219 12'0" × 16'6" $60,000

This antique hand-knotted Sultanabad rug from Persia, circa 1880, offers a refined interpretation of the classic medallion format. Woven in the historic Sultanabad tradition of northwestern Persia, it reflects the scale and balance that made these carpets prized for elegant interiors.

A light beige field provides a quiet ground for a pale peach central medallion, softened by age into a hazy, almost watercolor-like presence. A second medallion shape blooms around it, while the corners and outer field hold traces of larger floral forms that have gently diffused into the background. The composition feels open and airy, yet still structured by its framing.

Soft blue borders add a cool counterpoint, outlining the composition with delicate scrollwork and floral ornament. The faded peach, blush, and sand tones lend the rug a calm, lived-in character that works beautifully in both traditional and contemporary rooms, where its antique patina and restrained palette can introduce warmth without visual weight.

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.