Vintage Samarkand Floral Warm Tan Hand-Knotted Wool Rug BB7041 5'10" × 10'10" $15,000

This vintage Samarkand rug, hand-knotted in East Turkestan in the mid-20th century, belongs to the celebrated Samarkand and Khotan weaving tradition. Its village-made character gives the piece an inviting, quietly collected presence that suits both curated and lived-in rooms.

A deep chocolate-brown field is organized by a diagonal trellis that creates a steady diamond rhythm from end to end. Along the central axis, elongated medallion forms and stylized floral rosettes add structure without interrupting the rug’s calm geometry. The drawing feels precise yet relaxed, with small-scale ornament that rewards a closer look and gives the composition its layered, tribal elegance.

Warm tan, beige, and taupe borders frame the design with clear hierarchy, while floral and angular motifs reinforce its East Turkestani identity. The balance of dark ground and lighter border makes this vintage wool rug especially versatile, bringing depth, pattern, and an easy sense of history to interiors that need definition without heaviness.

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.