Sultanabad Persian Antique Floral Allover Warm Tan Hand-Knotted Wool Carpet – Circa 1930 BB7776 11'0" × 11'6" $60,000

This antique Persian Sultanabad carpet, woven circa 1930 in the historic weaving tradition of northwestern Persia, is hand-knotted in wool and distinguished by its generous, room-size presence. It reflects the relaxed yet highly decorative character for which Sultanabad rugs are prized, balancing scale, color, and pattern with remarkable ease.

The deep navy field is animated by an allover botanical-and-geometric composition of palmettes, angular blossoms, rosettes, and stylized foliage. Rather than relying on a single medallion, the design spreads evenly across the surface, creating a lively but orderly rhythm. Soft ivory, warm tan, brick red, and muted terracotta accents lift the darker ground and give the rug a nuanced, time-softened palette.

A substantial rust-red border frames the composition with authority, its scrolling vine pattern and small floral details adding structure without heaviness. Fine guard borders in cream and brick define the edge cleanly, reinforcing the carpet’s classical Persian architecture. The result is an antique Sultanabad rug that brings historic character, color depth, and an easy decorative balance to traditional or transitional interiors.

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.