Tabriz Persian Antique Floral Allover Warm Tan Hand-Knotted Wool Rug – Circa 1920 BB3168 11'4" × 16'2" $48,000

This circa 1920 Persian Tabriz rug is hand-knotted in wool within the celebrated weaving tradition of northwestern Iran. Its antique floral allover composition and softened formal structure reflect the refinement long associated with Tabriz workshop weaving, where balanced drawing and elegant patterning were highly prized.

The rug’s warm tan field is gently veiled by age, allowing the ornament to read as a quiet, layered composition rather than a high-contrast statement. A ghosted central medallion settles into scrolling vines, palmettes, rosettes, and foliate sprays, while the border provides a clearer frame with repeated floral accents. Small medallion-like forms punctuate the field and help guide the eye across the surface.

Muted beige, taupe, and cocoa brown tones lend the piece its lived-in character and make it especially adaptable in formal or transitional interiors. The hand-knotted wool construction adds natural depth and tactile softness, giving this antique Persian rug the presence of a collected textile with an understated, room-friendly palette.

A rare piece from the Doris Leslie Blau collection, this antique rug exemplifies superior artistry, historic character, and timeless sophistication. DLB is internationally recognized for offering exceptional antique, vintage, and contemporary rugs of remarkable quality and provenance.