Antique Turkish Floral Allover Soft Beige Hand-Knotted Wool Rug – Circa 1920 BB6961 13'9" × 21'0" $85,000

Antique Turkish Borlou rug, circa 1920, hand-knotted in wool in the Anatolian weaving tradition of Western Turkey. Its restrained palette and carefully organized composition give it the composed presence collectors often seek in early 20th-century Turkish carpets.

The soft beige field is built around a mirrored vertical axis and a faint central medallion, but the true character of the design lies in its allover floral network. Stylized bouquets, boteh-like forms, palmettes, and scrolling vines unfold in a measured rhythm, creating a pattern that feels structured yet relaxed. The arrangement carries a Persianate elegance while remaining distinctly Turkish in its balance and clarity.

A broad blue border frames the composition with remarkable authority, its floral motifs and rosettes deepening the contrast against the luminous field. Dusty blue, gold, blush pink, and touches of ivory have mellowed beautifully with age, giving the rug a soft, seasoned look. This is a refined antique floral rug with enough detail to enrich formal interiors, yet enough openness to sit comfortably in a layered, contemporary setting.

A rare piece from the Doris Leslie Blau collection, this antique rug exemplifies superior artistry, historic character, and timeless sophistication. DLB is internationally recognized for offering exceptional antique, vintage, and contemporary rugs of remarkable quality and provenance.