Antique Sultanabad Persian Floral Allover Classic Taupe Hand-Knotted Wool Carpet – Circa 1880 BB7275 12'6" × 17'9" $90,000

A noble example of late 19th-century Sultanabad weaving, this rug features a regal royal-blue field that sets a serene yet commanding stage for its allover botanical ornamentation. The field is densely patterned with bold palmettes, flowerheads, and flowering sprays, artfully rendered in creamy ivory, warm beige, and subtle blush-red tones.

The composition is enclosed within a strawberry-red border intricately detailed with palmettes and floral sprays, providing a vibrant frame that beautifully balances and elevates the cooler depth of the blue ground.

Crafted in Sultanabad—a region renowned for its more supple weave and slightly larger, more graphic motifs—this carpet distinguishes itself with a bold, geometric expressiveness. While echoing Serapi and Heriz styles in its strong linearity, it maintains a distinctive clarity of form and dignified structure.

As part of the curated collection at Doris Leslie Blau, a brand celebrated for its dedication to quality and design heritage, this rug exemplifies their commitment to originality and artisanry. Doris Leslie Blau offers a vast selection of antique, vintage, and contemporary rugs in a wide range of styles, materials, and price points, making fine textile art accessible to both collectors and designers alike.