Antique Tabriz Persian Floral Allover Sage Hand-Knotted Wool Carpet – Circa 1880 BB7151 8'10" × 12'5" $48,000

An antique Persian Tabriz hand-knotted wool carpet, circa 1880, this room-size piece reflects the refined weaving tradition of northwestern Persia. It belongs to the more formal branch of Tabriz design, yet the overall effect is softened by age and an unusually open handling of the field, making it especially versatile for interiors that call for quiet distinction.

A sage-tinged ground, moving between dusty blue, warm taupe, and light beige, carries a subdued central crest and an airy scatter of floral sprays, rosettes, and trellis-like accents. Rather than a tightly packed repeat, the ornament drifts across the surface with measured spacing, creating a calm rhythm and a gentle sense of movement.

The border arrangement is equally resolved, with a decorative main band and narrow guards that frame the composition in true Tabriz court-carpet fashion. Dark brown outlines lend definition to the botanicals and sharpen the edges of the design, while the faded palette keeps the whole surface elegant, balanced, and quietly architectural.

A rare piece from the Doris Leslie Blau collection, this antique rug exemplifies superior artistry, historic character, and timeless sophistication. DLB is internationally recognized for offering exceptional antique, vintage, and contemporary rugs of remarkable quality and provenance.