Vintage Art Nouveau Floral Brown Hand-Knotted Wool Rug Viennese BB8260 9'9" × 13'5" $32,000

This vintage Viennese hand-knotted wool rug reflects the decorative ambition of Austrian design, where Art Nouveau sensibility and Art Deco structure meet in a single, highly orchestrated composition. A golden-brown oval reserve is set within a deep plum-purple ground, creating a strong focal point and a sense of formal enclosure.

Inside the medallion, tiny floral sprigs are scattered across the field, giving the center an airy, almost embroidered feeling. Around it, a scalloped green garland is packed with rosettes, curling stems, and stylized blossoms in teal, coral, lilac, and saffron. The outer border adds further movement with black grounds, botanical motifs, and small animal figures.

The overall effect is graphic yet elegant, making the rug especially suited to interiors that need color, pattern, and a defined visual anchor. Its wool pile lends warmth and texture, while the hand-knotted construction preserves the clarity of the design. As a vintage Viennese floral rug, it balances collectible character with practical decorative impact.

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.