Antique Turkish Floral Allover Classic Taupe Hand-Knotted Wool Rug – Circa 1860 (Size Adjusted) BB8539 12'6" × 15'9" $38,000

This antique Turkish Ghiordes rug, woven circa 1860, reflects the refined hand-knotted tradition of western Anatolia. Its allover composition and softened surface give it the quietly worn character collectors value in early Turkish rugs.

The palette is anchored in warm taupe and light beige, with scattered notes of faded rose, soft ochre, and muted gold. Rather than a single dominant medallion, the field is animated by a loose diagonal repeat of tiny floral sprigs and rosette-like motifs, creating a botanical trellis effect that reads almost like woven texture from a distance.

Its minimal border hierarchy and gently abrashed finish lend the rug an understated Arts and Crafts presence, while the antique wool pile brings warmth and tactility. Elegant without formality, it works beautifully in layered interiors, where its subdued pattern can ground furniture and soften architectural lines.

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.