Chinese Vintage Geometric Pale Sand Hand-Knotted Wool Rug BB7170 16'0" × 17'5" $90,000

This antique Chinese hand-knotted wool rug reflects the restrained elegance of traditional Chinese weaving, shaped by Khotan and Oushak influences in its open, balanced layout. The pale sand ground and softly faded surface give it a hushed, atmospheric character that suits rooms seeking warmth, history, and an easy sense of refinement.

Across the field, a loose trellis of cross-like medallions, diamond buds, and stylized botanical forms drifts in washed teal, dusty rose, and muted lavender. Rather than reading as crisp ornament, the pattern feels gently dissolved by age, abrash, and wear, creating a layered surface with painterly movement and quiet visual depth.

A discreet border holds the composition together without competing with the interior field, preserving the rug’s spacious rhythm and understated symmetry. The result is a versatile Chinese antique rug that can anchor contemporary, transitional, or more collected interiors while adding subtle pattern, soft color, and a distinctly timeworn patina.

Sourced from the expansive Doris Leslie Blau collection, this vintage rug exemplifies the gallery's passion for preserving remarkable carpets of enduring beauty. DLB offers a diverse selection of antique, vintage, and contemporary rugs, accommodating collectors and designers across every style and budget.