Antique Sultanabad Persian Allover Floral Warm Tan Hand-Knotted Wool Rug – Circa 1890 BB7572 12'3" × 16'3" $65,000

This exquisite antique Persian Sultanabad rug, dating back to the 1890s, is a striking example of the region’s celebrated weaving tradition. Its grand scale and meticulous artistry embody the essence of Sultanabad craftsmanship, renowned for producing rugs with both bold decorative appeal and timeless elegance.

The rug features a spacious all-over design composed of stylized palmettes, rosettes, and serrated leaves interconnected by graceful vine scrolls. Rendered in a harmonious palette of soft sky-blue, terracotta, ivory, and muted beige, the composition radiates warmth while maintaining balance and sophistication. The sapphire-blue field provides a rich backdrop, allowing the motifs to stand out with depth and clarity, while the earthy terracotta tones add vibrancy and grounding contrast.

A series of intricately patterned borders frame the field, with the wide main border showcasing alternating floral rosettes and palmettes, enriched by guard borders of delicate meandering vines. This layered framing enhances the rug’s symmetry and provides a sense of rhythm across the expansive surface.

Handwoven with high-quality wool, the rug boasts a lustrous sheen and a supple handle, attesting to the durability and superior materials chosen by Sultanabad weavers. Its scale, refined color palette, and timeless botanical motifs make it not only a testament to 19th-century Persian artistry but also an ideal choice for today’s interiors, whether traditional or modern.