Antique Tabriz Persian Medallion Soft Beige Hand-Knotted Wool Rug – Circa 1880 BB7378 12'0" × 18'2" $100,000

This antique Persian Tabriz rug, woven circa 1880 in the northwest of Persia, is a hand-knotted wool example of the city’s refined medallion tradition.

The soft beige field is organized around a large, scalloped central medallion, with compartmented sections, latticework, and delicate floral forms building a layered, almost architectural surface. Rather than relying on a single dramatic motif, the design moves between geometry and botanical ornament, creating rhythm across the field and giving the composition a collected, courtly presence.

A narrow hierarchy of borders encloses the interior with repeated rosettes and stylized plant forms, while the faded taupe, brown, gray, and muted sage accents keep the palette restrained and versatile. The result is an antique Tabriz Persian rug that feels formal yet softened by age, well suited to interiors seeking depth, history, and quiet visual structure.

A treasured piece from the expansive Doris Leslie Blau collection, this antique rug embodies the gallery's longstanding commitment to sourcing carpets of exceptional artistry and historical significance. DLB offers a vast selection of antique, vintage, and contemporary rugs, welcoming collectors and designers at every level.