Vintage Samarkand Floral Warm Tan Hand-Knotted Wool Rug BB8946 3'9" × 5'5" $4,000

This vintage Samarkand rug from East Turkestan, dating to the 1920s, is hand-knotted in wool and reflects the long Khotan weaving tradition where Chinese, Persian, and Central Asian design influences meet. Its warm tan field gives the composition a mellow, time-softened glow that feels both grounded and refined.

Instead of a central medallion, the design unfolds in an allover botanical and geometric trellis. Repeated floral sprays, rosettes, and palmette forms are linked by slender vinery and angular connectors, creating a measured rhythm across the field. The subdued plum-brown, taupe, and soft gray motifs lend depth without interrupting the rug’s calm surface.

Layered borders frame the interior with honeycomb lattice, rosette guards, and scrolling accents that sharpen the outline and add quiet structure. The result is a vintage Samarkand rug with gentle movement, artisanal texture, and an easy decorative balance well suited to rooms that call for warmth, character, and visual restraint.

Part of the Doris Leslie Blau collection, this vintage piece reflects the gallery's unwavering dedication to quality, authenticity, and design heritage. Founded in 1965, Doris Leslie Blau remains one of the world's most trusted sources for exceptional rugs, from rare mid-century finds to contemporary masterworks.