Antique Tabriz Persian Medallion Warm Tan Hand-Knotted Wool Rug – Circa 1900 BB7278 9'3" × 12'1" $65,000

This antique Persian Tabriz rug, circa 1900, is a room-size hand-knotted wool carpet from one of Persia’s most accomplished weaving centers. It carries the refined discipline associated with Tabriz work, yet the softened surface and timeworn palette give it a more relaxed, collectible character.

The warm tan field is organized around a formal medallion-and-trellis composition, with scrolling floral forms unfolding across a dense lattice of vines and rosettes. Brick red provides the strongest contrast, while touches of sage green, light blue, and muted taupe animate the design without disturbing its balanced rhythm. The effect is layered and architectural, with pattern that feels intricate yet easy to live with.

Multiple borders frame the composition with cartouche-like panels and small floral repeats, reinforcing the rug’s classical Persian structure. Its antique patina softens the clarity of the motifs, lending depth, warmth, and a versatile presence suited to interiors that call for history, pattern, and a grounded neutral palette.

Sourced from Doris Leslie Blau, this antique rug reflects the gallery's longstanding dedication to preserving the finest examples of carpet artistry from around the world. Its remarkable craftsmanship and patina make it both a decorative statement and a collectible work of art.