Antique Tabriz Persian Medallion Warm Tan Hand-Knotted Wool Rug – Circa 1920 BB8430 9'0" × 13'0" $53,000

This antique Persian Tabriz rug, woven circa 1920, reflects the refined weaving tradition of northwestern Persia in a formal medallion format.

Its warm tan field has mellowed into a soft, timeworn ground that allows the design to breathe. At the center, a finely drawn medallion in golden yellow, rust red, and light blue anchors a dense arrangement of scrolling arabesques, palmettes, and botanical sprays. The composition feels layered and balanced, with floral vines moving across the surface in a steady rhythm rather than strict repetition.

A series of patterned borders frames the field with equal care, combining cartouches, rosettes, and vine ornament in muted reds, cream, and deeper blue notes. The hand-knotted wool pile lends the rug a supple texture and a gentle sheen, while the softened palette gives it a collected, painterly character suited to both classic and more contemporary interiors.

Sourced from Doris Leslie Blau, this antique rug represents the caliber of craftsmanship and cultural heritage the gallery has championed since its founding in 1965. With six decades of expertise, Doris Leslie Blau remains a premier destination for rare and extraordinary rugs across a wide range of styles and price points.