Antique Tabriz Persian Floral Allover Light Gray Hand-Knotted Wool Rug – Circa 1920 BB8755 11'7" × 14'2" $100,000

This antique Persian Tabriz rug, dating to around 1920, reflects the refined weaving tradition of northwestern Persia in a hand-knotted wool format. Its formal allover composition and balanced border speak to the disciplined artistry for which Tabriz carpets are known, while the softened palette gives the piece a quietly lived-in elegance.

A light gray field sets the stage for a repeating trellis of floral medallions, crest-like forms, and scrolling arabesques rendered in powder blue, pale sand, and coral-orange. The pattern is symmetrical and architectural rather than dense or busy, allowing the design to read with clarity while still offering abundant botanical detail. A slender border hierarchy frames the interior with complementary floral ornament.

The overall effect is airy, layered, and sophisticated, with age having mellowed the contrast into a painterly surface. This antique Tabriz Persian rug brings gentle color and classical order to traditional, transitional, or collected interiors, where its restrained floral vocabulary can anchor furnishings without overwhelming them.

Part of Doris Leslie Blau's grand collection, this antique rug stands as a testament to the enduring beauty of traditional weaving artistry. Renowned for its curated selection of the world's finest rugs, DLB offers pieces ranging from accessible vintage treasures to rare, museum-worthy masterpieces for discerning collectors and designers alike.