Antique Tabriz Persian Allover Floral Soft Beige Hand-Knotted Wool Rug – Circa 1880 BB8621 16'10" × 21'0" $130,000

This antique Persian Tabriz rug, circa 1880, is a hand-knotted wool carpet from one of the most celebrated urban weaving centers in northwestern Persia. Its refined format reflects the disciplined workmanship for which Tabriz has long been admired, balancing ornamental richness with clear structure.

The field is organized as an allover trellis of floral medallions and botanical sprays, creating a steady rhythm across the soft beige ground. Faded blush coral, dusty rose, navy blue, sage, and ivory define the motifs, while the layered border frames the composition with matching vine scrolls and stylized blossoms. The result is formal yet airy, with enough movement to keep the surface lively.

Antique wear has softened the drawing, allowing the palette to read with a gentle, timeworn glow rather than hard contrast. This gives the rug an especially versatile presence in interiors, where its dense repeat can anchor a seating area, dining room, or library while adding warmth, texture, and a distinctly Persian character.

A rare piece from the Doris Leslie Blau collection, this antique rug exemplifies superior artistry, historic character, and timeless sophistication. DLB is internationally recognized for offering exceptional antique, vintage, and contemporary rugs of remarkable quality and provenance.