Vintage Abstract Light Blue Hand-Knotted Wool Rug Jews David Star Marbadia Rug BB6902 12'5" × 13'4" $65,000

This vintage Palestinian Marbadia rug, hand-knotted in wool circa 1930, pairs a spare field with a highly symbolic central crest. The square composition and formal border give it the clarity of a graphic panel, while the softened patina keeps the piece grounded, inviting, and quietly ceremonial.

A light blue ground stretches almost uninterrupted across the rug, allowing the six-pointed star medallion to stand at the center like a quiet emblem. Thin concentric circles, a pink zigzag ring, and small floral rosettes frame the motif, while the surrounding field remains deliberately open, giving the design room to breathe. The effect is both orderly and intimate.

The outer border adds the strongest color contrast, with repeating chevrons, blossoms, and leaf forms in crimson, navy blue, green, cream, and touches of black. That rhythm makes the rug especially effective in contemporary or eclectic interiors, where a vintage wool carpet with historical character and visual precision can anchor the room without overwhelming it.

Curated by Doris Leslie Blau, this vintage rug carries the distinct character and artisanal soul that the gallery has championed for decades. With an unrivaled selection spanning eras, origins, and price points, Doris Leslie Blau continues to make fine carpet art accessible to designers and collectors worldwide.