Antique Sultanabad Persian Allover Floral Light Beige Hand-Knotted Wool Rug – Circa 1900 (Size Adjusted) BB7145 10'4" × 15'7" $60,000

This antique Persian Sultanabad rug, woven circa 1900, reflects the grand floral weaving tradition of northwestern Persia. Its composition favors an allover botanic rhythm rather than a single central medallion, giving the carpet a relaxed, collected character that feels both formal and easy to live with.

A light beige field carries scattered rosettes, stylized blossoms, and foliate sprays drawn in brick red, sky blue, soft peach, and warm brown. The drawing is deliberately softened, with open spacing between motifs that allows the pattern to breathe. Around it, a saturated brick-red border adds definition with larger floral crests and scrolling vine work.

The result is a Sultanabad rug with warmth and movement, ideal for traditional, transitional, or layered interiors. Hand-knotted in wool, it offers the tactile depth and durability collectors prize, while its timeworn palette lends a gentle patina that works especially well under antique wood, tailored upholstery, or restrained contemporary furnishings.

Sourced from Doris Leslie Blau, this antique rug reflects the gallery's longstanding dedication to preserving the finest examples of carpet artistry from around the world. Its remarkable craftsmanship and patina make it both a decorative statement and a collectible work of art.