Antique Tabriz Persian Allover Light Beige Hand-Knotted Wool Carpet – Circa 1900 BB7407 8'3" × 12'2" $53,000

This exquisite early 20th-century Persian Tabriz rug embodies the artistry and imagination for which Tabriz weaving has been celebrated for centuries. Woven around 1900, the piece presents a captivating garden design—a visual metaphor for paradise that was central to Persian aesthetics and philosophy.

At the heart of the rug, an elaborate Tree of Life composition branches outward in symmetrical harmony, populated with lush floral motifs, leafy tendrils, and fruit-bearing plants. Delicately woven animals and birds—including deer, goats, and peacocks—animate the scene, infusing the design with both narrative depth and naturalistic charm. A monumental vase at the base of the tree further anchors the composition, symbolizing abundance and eternal renewal.

The palette is a masterful study in restraint: earthy browns, warm taupes, and soft ivories create a refined, almost sepia-toned effect, lending the rug an understated elegance that enhances its intricate detail. The borders echo the central theme, adorned with flowering shrubs and cypresses that frame the garden tableau in a continuous rhythm.

Hand-knotted with exceptional precision, this rug exemplifies the sophistication of Tabriz workshops, where weavers blended classical Persian iconography with naturalistic renderings to create works that were both decorative and deeply symbolic. Its balanced symmetry, storytelling design, and subdued palette make it not only a collector’s piece but also a versatile work of art capable of elevating both traditional and contemporary interiors.

This rug from the Doris Leslie Blau Collection is not only a collectible statement of refined taste and exceptional craftsmanship—it is also a rare survival of the modernist movement as interpreted through Persian textile tradition. Doris Leslie Blau offers a broad and varied pricing spectrum, accommodating collectors and designers across a range of budgets—from modest vintage finds to rare, museum-worthy masterpieces.