Antique Sultanabad Persian Floral Allover Warm Tan Hand-Knotted Wool Rug – Circa 1920 BB8466 12'0" × 13'0" $27,000

This early 20th-century Persian Sultanabad rug, circa 1920, is hand-knotted in wool and rooted in the village-weaving tradition of historic Sultanabad in northwestern Persia. Its square format lends the piece a tailored presence, while the antique weave gives the surface a pleasing softness and depth.

An allover lattice of stylized rosettes, palmettes, and small floral sprays moves across the deep teal field in steady rhythm. Warm tan outlines, brick red blossoms, navy blue accents, and touches of sage green keep the design lively without overpowering it. Rather than relying on a single central medallion, the composition distributes ornament evenly, creating a calm but richly worked field.

A layered border system frames the interior with authority: the wide main border carries scrolling vine work and geometric floral forms, while narrower guard stripes sharpen the edges. The result is a classic Sultanabad carpet with structured movement and enduring decorative appeal, equally suited to a formal dining room or a seating area that calls for pattern and warmth.

Part of Doris Leslie Blau's grand collection, this antique rug stands as a testament to the enduring beauty of traditional weaving artistry. Renowned for its curated selection of the world's finest rugs, DLB offers pieces ranging from accessible vintage treasures to rare, museum-worthy masterpieces for discerning collectors and designers alike.