Samarkand Rug N12811 15'7" × 20'0" $47,000

Khotan rugs were originally produced in East Turkestan and are often interchangeably referred to as Samarkand rugs, named after the culturally significant city nearby. This contemporary hand-knotted wool Samarkand rug features a repeating and symmetrical pomegranate pattern, framed by multiple borders of Asian motifs. The rug is rendered in a soothing color palette of warm beige and lavender.

Doris Leslie Blau carries an exceptional collection of original modern rugs in many styles and materials. Contemporary hand-made rugs are a bridge throughout history, they are the fruit of the constant evolution of the weaving craft that has accompanied men since the dawn of civilization.