Chinese Vintage Geometric Brown Hand-Knotted Wool Rug Mongolian BB8911 8'7" × 11'1" $22,000

This vintage Chinese rug woven in Mongolia is hand-knotted in wool and follows a Khotan-type composition, where an open field and disciplined ornament create a calm, architectural presence. The chocolate brown ground lends depth and warmth, while the ivory-beige drawing keeps the design crisp and highly readable.

At the center, a concentric roundel anchors the layout, surrounded by a measured scatter of small floral rosettes that feel almost like a quiet constellation. The four corners are filled with angular, maze-like spandrels, and the narrow border system echoes the same graphic logic with balanced symmetry and restraint.

With its restrained palette of brown, cream-beige, and subtle terracotta undertones, the rug offers structure without visual weight. Its hand-knotted wool pile adds a tactile finish that suits tailored seating areas, libraries, and contemporary rooms seeking understated antique character. The negative space around the medallion allows the motif to breathe, making the design feel orderly rather than busy.

Curated by Doris Leslie Blau, this vintage rug carries the distinct character and artisanal soul that the gallery has championed for decades. With an unrivaled selection spanning eras, origins, and price points, Doris Leslie Blau continues to make fine carpet art accessible to designers and collectors worldwide.