Antique Tabriz Persian Allover Floral Cream Beige Hand-Knotted Wool Rug – Circa 1900 BB8457 10'5" × 13'10" $80,000

This antique Persian Tabriz rug, woven circa 1900, reflects the refined workshop tradition of northwestern Persia. Hand-knotted in wool, it takes the form of an allover floral carpet rather than a single medallion piece, giving the composition a steady rhythm and classical restraint.

The muted beige field is organized into a lattice of repeating, medallion-like compartments traced in dusty blue, soft gray, and hints of pale peach. Inside each section, scrolling vines, rosettes, palmettes, and small blossoms interlace with remarkable density, while the formal border repeats larger floral elements and quiet guard stripes. The palette remains gentle and low-contrast, allowing the drawing to emerge gradually across the surface.

Time has mellowed the wool pile into a patinated finish that softens the pattern and lends the rug a watercolor-like depth. That worn clarity enhances its antique character without diminishing the elegance of the design, making it especially suited to interiors that call for structure, warmth, and Persian decorative heritage in equal measure.

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.