Antique Sultanabad Persian Floral Allover Gray Hand-Knotted Wool Rug – Circa 1920 BB6484 9'4" × 12'0" $32,000

Woven in Persia circa 1920, this antique Sultanabad Persian rug reflects the historic weaving tradition of northwestern Iran in a restrained, room-size format. Hand-knotted in wool, it balances village craftsmanship with a notably refined decorative sensibility.

The cool gray field is left intentionally open, allowing the small central medallion to read with unusual clarity. Its floral core is outlined in burnt orange and softened by cream beige, muted gold, olive, and dark blue accents, while the corner spandrels repeat the same scrolling vocabulary in a lighter, more airy register. The effect is composed and architectural rather than dense.

A layered border system frames the composition with rosettes, foliate motifs, and small geometric blossoms set against warm ivory and gold grounds. This contrast between spacious field and animated border gives the rug its character: formal, elegant, and quietly expressive, with the softened patina and generous palette that make antique Persian Sultanabad rugs so adaptable in tailored interiors.

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.