Authentic Persian Tabriz Handmade Wool Rug BB5521 8'5" × 11'4" $21,000

Craftsmen from the city of Tabriz are famed for their great talent. After all, Persian rugs they create are worthy of kings and some of them did found their way to various courts and palaces. Patterns of Tabriz rugs can feature not only traditional Persian motifs, but sometimes also fully-fledged reproductions of famous works of art. In general, antique Tabriz rugs are widely known to be extremely diverse, as they can range from flat to pile weaves. No wonder that so many art collectors are interested in owning one – each antique Tabriz rug has its own story to tell and waits to be discovered.

This luxurious antique Tabriz rug was hand woven in the early 20th century, circa 1900. Combination of an elegant pattern and wonderful choice of colors makes it the best example of what antique Persian rugs can achieve. The central field includes a dense cloudband, palmette and floral spray design, framed by a  palmette and floral spray border of unseen beauty. The color palette contains a balanced set of hues, from delicate gray and chocolate browns to deep coal black.

The size of this stunning antique Tabriz rug, 8’5″ × 11’4″ (257 × 345 cm), makes it a great choice for any type of interior or style, from traditional to modern. Doris Leslie Blau’s collection of antique rugs is filled with unique pieces of art, so we would like to encourage you to browse through them and see the beauty of antique Persian carpets for yourself.