Antique Amritsar Indian Allover Floral Sand Hand-Knotted Wool Rug – Circa 1950 BB7121 13'6" × 18'10" $65,000

Hand-knotted in Amritsar, India, around 1950, this antique wool rug reflects the city’s celebrated North Indian weaving tradition in a large-format allover composition. Its formal layout and softened palette give it the quiet presence of a classic Indian carpet, shaped for interiors that favor pattern with restraint.

The sand field is organized by a repeating lattice of rounded medallions and floral crests, with foliate details and palmette forms dissolving gently into the weave. Muted tan, beige, and pale gray create a time-softened ground, while dusty blue and touches of teal add delicate definition without breaking the rug’s calm tonality. The effect is layered and atmospheric rather than high-contrast.

A broad border frames the design with Persianate floral ornament and slender guard stripes, reinforcing the rug’s formal structure. Thanks to its balanced motif, subdued color story, and hand-knotted wool construction, it suits traditional, transitional, and collected interiors alike, bringing architectural rhythm and a refined antique character to the room.

Sourced from Doris Leslie Blau, this antique rug represents the caliber of craftsmanship and cultural heritage the gallery has championed since its founding in 1965. With six decades of expertise, Doris Leslie Blau remains a premier destination for rare and extraordinary rugs across a wide range of styles and price points.