Vintage Samarkand Floral Soft Beige Hand-Knotted Wool Rug Pomegranate Design BB7047 6'8" × 13'0" $26,000

This vintage Samarkand rug from East Turkestan is a hand-knotted wool piece rooted in the Khotan weaving tradition, where Central Asian, Persian, and Chinese influences meet in a distinctive decorative language.

Its soft beige field is layered with a subdued allover trellis of stylized pomegranate blossoms, rosettes, and angular vine work, all softened by age into a low-contrast, atmospheric surface. Dusty pink motifs appear in a gentle repeat across the center, while warm brown outlines and faint olive notes give the composition an earthy, collected character. Rather than reading as bold or graphic, the drawing feels relaxed and painterly, with the pattern emerging and receding across the worn wool.

A broad border system gives the rug welcome definition: an inner floral guard border frames the field, while the outer band carries dark curling scrolls that suggest cloud forms and add movement at the edge. The result is a Samarkand rug with architectural structure, quiet color, and the patina prized in vintage rugs, well suited to interiors that balance texture, restraint, and cultural depth.

Part of the expansive Doris Leslie Blau collection, this vintage rug reflects the gallery's dedication to preserving exceptional craftsmanship and distinctive design traditions. Its character, patina, and artistry make it a sophisticated addition to thoughtfully curated interiors.