Indian Antique Floral Allover Light Beige Hand-Knotted Wool Rug – Circa 1920 BB7882 10'10" × 19'0" $85,000

This antique Indian hand-knotted wool rug, circa 1920, comes from the formal weaving tradition of North India. Rather than a centered medallion, it presents a full-field trellis layout, giving the composition a measured, architectonic order that feels elegant and restrained.

A light beige ground carries a repeating lattice of lobed compartments filled with small floral forms, geometric accents, and delicate arabesques. Soft pale blue threads, warm tan outlines, and muted brown notes break up the palette just enough to keep the design lively while remaining quiet and refined. The surface shows the softened clarity expected of an antique piece.

An intact border frames the field with scrolling ornament and palmette-like motifs, lightly faded so the edge reads as part of the overall rhythm rather than a hard boundary. Its low-contrast coloration makes it an easy anchor for rooms that need pattern, depth, and a sense of history without visual weight. Its formal balance suits layered interiors and brings an antique note to contemporary settings without overpowering them.

A rare piece from the Doris Leslie Blau collection, this antique rug exemplifies superior artistry, historic character, and timeless sophistication. DLB is internationally recognized for offering exceptional antique, vintage, and contemporary rugs of remarkable quality and provenance.