Antique Allover Ivory Hand-Knotted Wool Rug – Circa 1920 BB6360 11'3" × 12'0" $41,000

This antique East Turkestan square rug, woven circa 1920, interprets the Chinese dragon tradition through a Central Asian weaving lens.

A rich brick-red field sets the stage for two long, serpentine dragons rendered in ivory, steel blue, and teal, their scaled bodies curling with controlled motion. Scattered cloud bands and small stylized blossoms animate the open ground without crowding it, allowing the composition to breathe. The result is vivid and orderly at once, with a pictorial presence that feels both ceremonial and intimate.

The layered border system strengthens the design, pairing a geometric floral main border with narrow guard stripes that frame the interior like a textile picture frame. Its crisp outlines, open spacing, and disciplined palette give the rug a graphic clarity that suits collectors and designers alike, while preserving the historic character of an antique hand-knotted carpet.

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.