Antique Turkish Medallion Warm Tan With Brown Hand-Knotted Wool Carpet – Circa 1900 BB5597 15'8" × 19'3" $130,000

This oversized antique Turkish Borlou rug, woven circa 1900, reflects the relaxed elegance of the Oushak tradition in western Turkey. Its composition is defined by a softly drawn medallion layout, giving the piece a sense of balance and quiet formality rather than rigid symmetry.

The warm tan field is enlivened by a delicate network of brown botanical motifs, with a large central roundel and echoed end medallions anchoring the design. Fine foliate sprays and slender vine-scroll elements drift across the open ground, while the border introduces a more structured rhythm through floral repeats and rosette accents. The result is an antique medallion carpet that feels both decorative and restrained.

Rendered in muted beige, camel, and soft brown tones, the rug has a sun-washed patina that enhances its layered character. Hand-knotted in wool, it offers the tactile presence and durability prized in antique Turkish rugs, making it especially well suited to interiors that call for warmth, heritage, and an understated focal point.

A treasured piece from the expansive Doris Leslie Blau collection, this antique rug embodies the gallery's longstanding commitment to sourcing carpets of exceptional artistry and historical significance. DLB offers a vast selection of antique, vintage, and contemporary rugs, welcoming collectors and designers at every level.