Antique Sultanabad Persian Floral Allover Light Beige Hand-Knotted Wool Rug – Circa 1900 BB9074 11'4" × 13'3" $53,000

This antique Persian Sultanabad rug, woven circa 1900, reflects the graceful decorative tradition of northwestern Persia in a hand-knotted wool weave. Its balanced composition and softened coloration make it an elegant choice for rooms that call for historic character with an easy, lived-in presence.

The light beige field is animated by an airy allover pattern of scrolling vines, stylized blossoms, and trellis-like geometry, while a faded central crest and mirrored floral groupings lend symmetry without rigidity. Muted gold, warm tan, and soft blue-gray accents drift across the surface, creating a painterly effect that feels both refined and relaxed. The drawing remains spacious, allowing each botanical form to breathe.

A broad border in dusty blue-gray frames the composition with floral cartouches and meandering ornament, echoing the field while preserving the rug’s openness. With its Arts and Crafts influence and classic Sultanabad balance, this antique wool carpet brings warmth, texture, and architectural calm to interiors furnished in traditional or contemporary style.

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.