Exquisite English Antique Floral Allover Light Beige Needlework Wool Rug – Circa 1880 (Size Adjusted) BB6916 16'2" × 20'7" $30,000

This antique English needlework rug, circa 1880, reflects Victorian textile traditions in finely worked needlepoint wool on canvas. Its compartmented allover layout replaces a single medallion with a disciplined repeat of quatrefoil cartouches, giving the piece a formal, tapestry-like presence.

The dark brown lattice ground frames each light beige compartment, where small bouquets unfold in brick red, sage green, blush, and cream. The floral forms are delicate yet orderly, balancing botanical softness with geometric rhythm. A generous border continues the language of scrolling blossoms and leafy sprays, adding depth and definition along the edges and reinforcing the rug’s architectural symmetry.

Hand-stitched with remarkable patience, the rug carries the charm of English domestic craft while feeling versatile in a contemporary interior. Its measured palette and structured trellis pattern make it especially effective in rooms that need warmth, pattern, and a quietly collected character, from a formal dining room to a layered living space.

Part of Doris Leslie Blau's grand collection, this antique rug embodies the rich heritage and refined craftsmanship that define the world's most exceptional carpets. Established in 1965, Doris Leslie Blau has earned an international reputation for curating rare and important rugs spanning centuries of design history.