Antique Tabriz Persian Allover Warm Tan Hand-Knotted Wool Rug – Circa 1880 BB1625 11'1" × 15'9" $60,000

This 19th-century Persian Tabriz rug (circa 1880s) beautifully embodies the refinement and artistry for which Tabriz weaving is celebrated. Its design follows the traditional garden-panel (chahar bagh) layout, a format deeply rooted in Persian aesthetics and symbolic of paradise gardens.

The field is arranged in a grid of rectangular and square compartments, each containing a distinct floral motif or stylized vase. Some panels depict blooming shrubs or trees-of-life, while others feature delicate blossoms arranged in medallion-like formations. The alternating designs—executed in soft camel, faded apricot, powder blue, and sage green—create both variety and rhythm across the composition.

Surrounding the field is a striking midnight indigo border, densely decorated with scrolling vines and blossoming flowers in warm golds and muted caramels. The contrast between the deep blue border and the lighter field enhances the rug’s architectural presence while highlighting the garden imagery within.

Woven with a fine wool pile, this rug showcases the meticulous craftsmanship of Tabriz weavers, who were known for their precision and ability to translate intricate designs into textiles. The palette has gently mellowed with age, lending the piece a soft patina that enhances its antique character.

This carpet not only functions as a decorative textile but also as a cultural artifact—an evocative reminder of Persian garden symbolism, where order, beauty, and spirituality are woven together in harmonious balance. Its large size and balanced design make it especially well-suited for anchoring formal interiors.

A rare piece from the Doris Leslie Blau Collection, this rug exemplifies superior artistry and tradition. Doris Leslie Blau offers a broad and varied pricing spectrum, accommodating collectors and designers across a range of budgets—from modest vintage finds to rare, museum-worthy masterpieces.