Sultanabad Persian Antique Allover Classic Taupe With Rust Hand-Knotted Wool Rug – Circa 1900 BB8993 10'5" × 13'7" $38,000

This antique Persian Sultanabad rug, woven circa 1900, reflects the distinguished village weaving tradition of western Persia in a room-size format. Hand-knotted in wool, it combines generous scale with the relaxed elegance for which Sultanabad carpets are prized.

The composition is built on an allover trellis of scrolling floral and foliate motifs, arranged with an easy symmetry that feels ordered but not rigid. A warm taupe field provides a soft, quietly aged ground for rust red, light beige, and muted rose details, giving the pattern a low-contrast, timeworn character. Rather than reading as sharp or graphic, the drawing has a gently distressed quality that adds depth and softness.

A wide main border frames the field with complementary floral ornament, while narrow guard borders sharpen the outline and reinforce the rug’s classic structure. The result is a Persian antique rug that brings pattern, warmth, and historical presence without overwhelming a room, making it especially versatile in layered traditional interiors and more collected contemporary settings alike.

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.