Samarkand Vintage Floral Rug In Pale Sand – Hand-Knotted Silk – Yarkand Pomegranate Design BB7340 10'10" × 12'1" $48,000

This antique Samarkand rug from East Turkestan, woven in the Yarkand tradition around 1830, presents the celebrated Yarkand pomegranate design in a refined square format.

The pale sand field is organized as an allover tree-of-life lattice, with mirrored branches carrying small pomegranate forms in brick red, soft brown, and muted olive. Rather than a single medallion, the composition unfolds rhythmically across the surface, giving the piece a measured, almost architectural balance. Its layered border system introduces deeper crimson, teal, and faded blue accents, framing the open center with floral and geometric restraint.

Hand-knotted in silk, the rug has the subtle sheen and soft patina prized in antique Samarkand and Khotan carpets. The combination of Arts and Crafts sensitivity, folk-tribal geometry, and botanical imagery makes it especially versatile for interiors that call for warmth, texture, and a grounded decorative presence. The open ground keeps the design breathable, allowing the repeated motifs to read clearly without overwhelming a room. It works equally well beneath tailored seating or in a dining setting where pattern and calm need to coexist.

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.