Antique Turkish Floral Allover Brown Hand-Knotted Wool Rug – Circa 1920 BB9059 10'9" × 16'10" $80,000

This antique Turkish Hereke rug, dating to circa 1920, presents the refined court-weaving tradition of western Turkey in a softly faded palette. Hand-knotted in wool, it balances formal symmetry with an aged, hushed surface, while the antique patina mellows the crisp geometry into a harmonious, painterly whole.

The field is organized around a repeating medallion-and-lattice system, with quatrefoil-like compartments filled by delicate floral sprays, scrolling vines, and small crest medallions. Rather than relying on sharp contrast, the design unfolds in beige brown, taupe, dusty rose, and gray, allowing the ornament to read with quiet clarity. The result is richly detailed yet restrained, ideal for interiors that favor pattern without visual heaviness.

A layered border architecture frames the composition: narrow guard lines, compartmented side borders, and a floral main border echo the motifs within the field. This antique Turkish floral rug brings warmth and structure to traditional, transitional, or contemporary rooms, and its classic Hereke refinement is especially well suited to formal living rooms and elegant dining spaces.

Sourced from Doris Leslie Blau, this antique rug represents the caliber of craftsmanship and cultural heritage the gallery has championed since its founding in 1965. With six decades of expertise, Doris Leslie Blau remains a premier destination for rare and extraordinary rugs across a wide range of styles and price points.