Antique Tabriz Persian Floral Allover Pale Sand Hand-Knotted Wool Rug – Circa 1900 BB7311 10'8" × 18'6" $90,000

Woven in Persia around 1900, this antique Tabriz hand-knotted wool rug belongs to the celebrated northern weaving tradition prized for its finesse and balanced composition. Its presence is defined by a pale sand ground and a classical court-rug structure softened by age.

The field is densely worked with scrolling vines, palmettes, and flowering branches that create an elegant allover trellis. A restrained medallion-and-crest rhythm emerges within the pattern rather than interrupting it, giving the design a layered, quietly formal character. Dusty blue, navy, ivory, and warm brown accents sharpen the drawing while keeping the overall palette subdued and versatile.

A sequence of floral borders frames the composition, including a deep blue outer band set with rosettes and roundels that adds contrast and movement. The hand-knotted wool pile has developed a gentle patina, allowing the rug’s intricate motifs to read with softness as well as clarity. It is well suited to traditional, transitional, or more edited interiors seeking historic Persian character.

A treasured piece from the expansive Doris Leslie Blau collection, this antique rug embodies the gallery's longstanding commitment to sourcing carpets of exceptional artistry and historical significance. DLB offers a vast selection of antique, vintage, and contemporary rugs, welcoming collectors and designers at every level.