Antique Tabriz Allover Oversized Classic Taupe Hand-Knotted Wool Rug BB9218 14'0" × 22'5" $150,000

Antique Persian Tabriz rug, circa 1920, hand-knotted in wool, with an oversized format and a refined composition rooted in the Tabriz weaving tradition.

The classic taupe ground is organized into a dense allover of small framed botanical vignettes, each compartment filled with stylized blossoms, branching trees, and vase-like forms. The layout feels architectural and orderly, with a strong central axis and layered horizontal registers that give the piece a tapestry-like presence. Soft beige, rust, tan, and muted blue accents enliven the surface without disturbing its quiet harmony.

A scrolling floral border completes the composition, echoing the field while framing it with a slightly darker outline. The overall effect is formal yet approachable, made softer by the rug’s mellow patina and fine drawing. It reads as both decorative and disciplined, a well-balanced antique Tabriz suited to interiors seeking pattern, history, and a neutral palette with depth.

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.