Antique Tabriz Persian Allover Floral Ivory Hand-Knotted Wool Rug – Circa 1920 BB8762 8'5" × 13'2" $37,000

This antique Persian Tabriz rug, woven circa 1920, reflects the refined courtly weaving tradition of northwestern Persia in hand-knotted wool. Its room-size format and formal layout give it the presence of a collector’s carpet while preserving the softness and liveliness associated with early 20th-century Tabriz work.

The composition is richly layered, with a coral-red field densely worked in scrolling vines, rosettes, palmettes, and small figural accents. A restrained central medallion structure organizes the design without breaking the allover rhythm, while birds and animals are tucked into the botanical lattice with painterly ease. Around it, the border system adds further character: narrow cartouche-like bands, calligraphic details, and pictorial side panels create a frame that feels elaborate yet balanced.

Ivory, powder blue, teal, navy, cream, and softened coral lend the rug a nuanced palette that reads luminous rather than heavy. The effect is formal and decorative, but never rigid, making this antique Tabriz a compelling choice for interiors that call for ornament, texture, and historic Persian character.

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.