Antique Sultanabad Persian Medallion Soft Beige Hand-Knotted Wool Carpet – Circa 1900 BB5317 11'2" × 15'1" $85,000

This exquisite antique Persian Sultanabad rug, dating to the early 20th century, exudes an understated elegance born from centuries-old weaving traditions. Woven in the famed Sultanabad region of west-central Persia, this piece captures the relaxed yet sophisticated spirit that has made Sultanabad carpets some of the most sought-after in the world.

Its soft, time-mellowed palette features gentle shades of sand, ivory, faded peach, sage, and muted olive, harmoniously blended into an airy composition. The spacious field showcases a grand central medallion embraced by a delicate tracery of palmettes, rosettes, and leafy vinery, their outlines softened with age to a painterly patina. Surrounding the field, the wide border is adorned with stylized floral motifs reminiscent of classical Persian gardens, creating a balanced frame that feels both grounded and inviting.

The rug’s worn, distressed surface reflects over a century of graceful aging, revealing the natural sheen of hand-spun wool and the subtle abrash variations characteristic of vegetable dyes. This mellowed aesthetic gives it a rare versatility—equally at home in a refined, traditional interior or layered into a modern, minimalist space as a textural anchor.

Measuring generously, this antique Sultanabad is not merely a floor covering but a work of art, embodying the artisanal skill, cultural history, and quiet grandeur of Persian weaving at the turn of the century.

A rare piece from the Doris Leslie Blau Collection, this rug exemplifies superior artistry and tradition. Doris Leslie Blau offers a broad and varied pricing spectrum, accommodating collectors and designers across a range of budgets—from modest vintage finds to rare, museum-worthy masterpieces.