Indian Antique Floral Allover Warm Tan Hand-Knotted Wool Rug – Circa 1920 (Size Adjusted) BB5725 13'8" × 16'1" $85,000

This early 20th-century Indian hand-knotted wool rug, woven circa 1920, presents an antique floral composition with the relaxed elegance of a time-softened decorative carpet. Its warm tan field serves as a quiet backdrop for a faded allover design of scrolling vines, palmettes, and small blossoms, all organized around a softened central medallion.

The drawing is Persianate in character yet lightened by age, so the motifs read with airy understatement rather than strict formality. A restrained border frames the field with repeating foliate cartouches and floral bands, while dusty blue and pale beige accents bring just enough contrast to keep the pattern legible. Softened outlines and gentle wear further mute the composition, giving it a serene, collected presence.

With its low-saturation palette and gently worn surface, the rug brings warmth, texture, and quiet ornament to formal living rooms, dining spaces, or layered contemporary interiors. As an antique Indian floral rug, it offers the balance designers seek: heritage detail, subdued color, and a hand-knotted wool foundation that wears its age beautifully.

Sourced from Doris Leslie Blau, this antique rug represents the caliber of craftsmanship and cultural heritage the gallery has championed since its founding in 1965. With six decades of expertise, Doris Leslie Blau remains a premier destination for rare and extraordinary rugs across a wide range of styles and price points.