Indian Antique Floral Allover Soft Beige Hand-Knotted Wool Rug – Circa 1920 BB6263 11'9" × 25'5" $130,000

This magnificent early 20th-century Indian rug embodies the refined artistry of North Indian weaving traditions inspired by Mughal aesthetics. Handwoven circa 1900, the piece features a beautifully balanced botanical design, where stylized floral sprays, leafy vines, and potted bouquets repeat across a spacious sandy-beige field. The softened color palette of warm taupes, faded blush, gentle ivory, and muted moss tones lends the rug an air of understated elegance, perfectly suited to sophisticated interiors.

Framed by a series of delicate floral borders, the composition showcases an almost tapestry-like quality, with blossoms and tendrils appearing to float harmoniously across the surface. The artistic restraint in coloration—subdued and time-worn—enhances its antique charm, creating a graceful and inviting presence.

Woven in fine wool, this rug carries the craftsmanship hallmarks of North Indian weaving workshops influenced by Persian traditions, yet its subtle, tonal aesthetic distinguishes it from more ornate Persian pieces. Measuring an impressive size, it was most likely commissioned for a grand residence, intended to both elevate and harmonize a room’s atmosphere.

This antique Indian botanical rug is more than just a floor covering—it is a textile artwork, offering history, elegance, and timeless decorative appeal.

A rare piece from the Doris Leslie Blau Collection, this rug exemplifies superior artistry and tradition. Doris Leslie Blau offers a broad and varied pricing spectrum, accommodating collectors and designers across a range of budgets—from modest vintage finds to rare, museum-worthy masterpieces.