Antique Indian Floral Allover Warm Tan Hand-Knotted Wool Rug – Circa 1900 BB2023 15'5" × 19'10" $130,000

This oversized antique Indian rug, hand-knotted in wool and woven circa 1900, brings the elegance of Indian carpet making into a restrained yet richly patterned format. Its allover trellis layout and formal border place it comfortably within the tradition of antique floral rugs and traditional hand-knotted carpets.

The field is organized by a repeating lattice of lobed, cartouche-like compartments that alternate between warm tan and teal-blue grounds. Each reserve holds delicate floral sprigs, palmettes, and fine vine work, creating a measured rhythm that reads as both botanical and geometric. The softened antique wear keeps the design legible without making it feel rigid.

A deep teal-blue backdrop, warmed by beige and tan compartments and framed by a narrow floral border, gives the composition notable depth. The palette feels grounded and versatile, making the rug a natural anchor for formal living rooms, dining spaces, or layered transitional interiors where pattern and antique character are equally important.

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.