Antique Bessarabian Russian Allover Floral Soft Beige Flatweave Wool Rug – Circa 1920 BB6630 5'0" × 7'8" $5,000

This antique Bessarabian flatweave wool rug, woven circa 1920, reflects the Eastern European textile tradition of Bessarabia with a distinctly painterly, kilim-like surface. Its soft beige field creates an airy foundation for the restrained floral composition, allowing the design to feel spacious, refined, and quietly expressive.

Rather than a strict allover repeat, the pattern gathers into an asymmetrical bouquet at the center and a denser botanical mass in one corner, with scattered stems and blossoms drifting across the field. Muted rose, sage, olive, terracotta, and taupe tones sit lightly on the creamy background, giving this antique floral rug an abstract, organic rhythm.

The generous negative space gives the piece an unusually calm presence, while the softened outlines and timeworn patina add depth and character. As a Bessarabian rug with handwoven flatweave construction, it suits interiors that call for texture, restraint, and romantic detail without visual heaviness.

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.