Vintage Samarkand Floral Warm Tan Hand-Knotted Wool Rug BB6416 6'4" × 13'6" $29,000

This vintage Samarkand rug was woven in East Turkestan in the 1950s, drawing on the Khotan tradition that flourished along the Silk Road. Hand-knotted in wool, it combines regional craftsmanship with a distinctly decorative sensibility.

A weathered brick-red field sets the tone, animated by three vertically stacked medallions and a scattering of floral-geometric devices that lend the composition steady rhythm. The design feels compartmentalized yet open, with circular and octagonal forms, small rosettes, and crisp corner accents creating a balanced, almost architectural structure. Warm tan borders, olive notes, and ivory detailing soften the richness of the ground.

The result is a vintage rug with quiet visual depth: tribal geometry tempered by botanical ornament, all framed in a disciplined border system. Its hand-knotted wool pile brings a supple texture and an inviting patina, making it an elegant choice for interiors that call for character, warmth, and a collected sense of history.

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.