Sultanabad Persian Antique Allover Floral Light Beige Hand-Knotted Wool Rug – Circa 1920 BB7642 9'3" × 13'0" $60,000

This antique hand-knotted Persian Sultanabad rug, woven circa 1920, reflects the relaxed large-scale weaving tradition of western Persia and the Arts and Crafts influence that gave Sultanabad carpets such enduring appeal in design-led interiors.

Its light beige field keeps the composition airy, allowing spaced floral sprays and crenellated cartouche medallions to read with unusual clarity. Rust red outlines define the forms, while sky blue, soft pink, and warm tan accents lend the pattern a gentle brightness without disturbing the open ground. The result is decorative and balanced, with an antique character that feels softly worn rather than formally rigid.

A pronounced rust-red border frames the center with rosettes, angular vines, and geometric floral elements in a more rhythmic register. That contrast between the calm interior and the animated border gives the rug an elegant structure, well suited to layered living rooms, dining spaces, or collected bedrooms where Persian floral design and subtle color are wanted.

A treasured piece from the expansive Doris Leslie Blau collection, this antique rug embodies the gallery's longstanding commitment to sourcing carpets of exceptional artistry and historical significance. DLB offers a vast selection of antique, vintage, and contemporary rugs, welcoming collectors and designers at every level.