Antique Tabriz Persian Medallion Warm Tan Hand-Knotted Wool Rug – Circa 1920 Ghom BB5771 10'0" × 13'7" $53,000

This antique Persian Tabriz rug, circa 1920, is hand-knotted in wool and reflects the formal weaving tradition for which Tabriz carpets are admired. Its composition is anchored by a softly drawn medallion and a disciplined border system, giving the piece a graceful architectural presence.

The warm tan field is worked in a finely scaled allover design that reads almost like a woven lattice, with tiny floral and geometric details creating quiet movement across the surface. At the center, the scalloped medallion emerges gently rather than dramatically, while the matching corner forms help stabilize the layout and preserve its symmetry.

Border bands in brown and beige frame the composition with repeating motifs that echo the interior patterning, adding definition without interrupting the rug’s understated palette. The result is an antique Persian medallion rug that feels refined, balanced, and especially well suited to formal interiors, where its subtle ornament and low-contrast coloring can support rather than overpower the room.

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.