Antique Tabriz Persian Allover Geometric Warm Tan Hand-Knotted Wool Rug – Circa 1880 BB7223 14'10" × 20'8" $150,000

This antique Persian Tabriz rug, woven circa 1880, reflects the refined city-weaving tradition of northwestern Persia in hand-knotted wool. Its disciplined layout and balanced drawing place it firmly within the classic Tabriz repertoire, while the softly aged surface gives the design a quieter, more collected presence.

The composition unfolds as an allover geometric-floral lattice on a deep navy ground, animated by rosettes, palmettes, crest-like forms, and angular vinery. Warm tan, brick red, ivory, and muted taupe soften the intricate pattern, while the repeated units create a steady visual rhythm that feels ordered rather than busy. Across the field, the motifs interlock with remarkable regularity, lending the rug a graceful, architectural cadence.

A formal border system completes the design with layered guards and a wider main frame that echoes the botanical geometry inside. The result is a Persian antique rug with decorative depth and composure, well suited to traditional rooms, transitional interiors, or layered contemporary spaces that need pattern and structure.

Sourced from Doris Leslie Blau, this antique rug represents the caliber of craftsmanship and cultural heritage the gallery has championed since its founding in 1965. With six decades of expertise, Doris Leslie Blau remains a premier destination for rare and extraordinary rugs across a wide range of styles and price points.