Tabriz Persian Antique Medallion Warm Tan Hand-Knotted Wool Rug – Circa 1880 BB4502 12'8" × 18'3" $160,000

This antique Persian Tabriz rug, woven circa 1880, reflects the refined court-weaving tradition of northwest Persia in a hand-knotted wool construction. Its balanced, large-scale format and meticulous drawing speak to the sophistication long associated with antique Tabriz carpets.

The design is organized as an allover lattice of medallion-like forms, floral crests, and scrolling vinery, creating a dense repeat that feels both architectural and fluid. Stylized blossoms and palmettes are interlaced across the field, giving the composition the steady rhythm of a classical Persian garden pattern. Rather than relying on a single center, the rug achieves visual authority through symmetry and movement.

A warm terracotta ground is lifted by light beige outlines, olive accents, and deeper brick-red and slate-blue notes, while the border introduces a darker floral framework that neatly contains the field. The result is a formal antique Tabriz rug with enough warmth to enrich traditional interiors and enough clarity to anchor layered, contemporary rooms as well.

Part of Doris Leslie Blau's grand collection, this antique rug stands as a testament to the enduring beauty of traditional weaving artistry. Renowned for its curated selection of the world's finest rugs, DLB offers pieces ranging from accessible vintage treasures to rare, museum-worthy masterpieces for discerning collectors and designers alike.