Indian Antique Allover Floral Golden Tan Hand-Knotted Wool Carpet – Circa 1920 BB7725 10'1" × 19'9" $120,000

This circa 1920 antique Indian hand-knotted wool carpet belongs to the tradition of formal floral rugs woven for refined interiors. Its long, elegant format and softened coloration give it the character of a well-traveled decorative textile rather than a rigidly composed carpet.

The design is organized around a time-worn rose field that still reveals layers of scrolling vines, rosettes, palmettes, and medallion-like blossoms. A deep green border frames the composition with a fuller botanical cadence, while narrow guard borders in gold help sharpen the edge and lend the whole piece a classical, almost architectural balance. Faded blue, ivory, and touches of terracotta enrich the pattern without disturbing its mellow tone.

Because the pile has aged evenly, the drawing feels atmospheric and collected, with the wool surface adding depth to every floral repeat. This is an antique Indian rug with enough ornament to animate a room and enough restraint to complement transitional, traditional, or contemporary settings that call for history and warmth.

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.