Antique Sultanabad Persian Allover Floral Light Beige Hand-Knotted Wool Rug – Circa 1920 BB8526 11'2" × 20'5" $85,000

This magnificent antique Persian Sultanabad rug, dating back to the 1920s, showcases the refined artistry and grand scale for which the workshops of Sultanabad are renowned. Woven in a generous 21-by-11-foot format, the piece features a spacious allover botanical design set against a warm, time-softened rose-brown field. Stylized palmettes, rosettes, and star-shaped blossoms are interconnected by an elegant lattice of scrolling vinery, creating a harmonious sense of movement and balance.

The muted palette—comprised of dusty rose, soft beige, and gentle taupe—reflects the natural vegetable dyes of the period and has mellowed beautifully over a century, lending the rug a subtle, almost monochromatic grace. A wide border frames the central field, adorned with alternating large-scale floral medallions and smaller blossoms, all linked by meandering tendrils. Inner and outer guard stripes provide a delicate finishing touch.

Hand-knotted in high-quality wool, this Sultanabad rug embodies both durability and decorative sophistication. Its understated elegance and large proportions make it an exceptional choice for anchoring a formal living room, dining hall, or gallery space, while its aged patina speaks to the authentic charm of early 20th-century Persian craftsmanship.

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.