Samarkand Vintage Floral Light Blue Hand-Knotted Wool Carpet BB7341 6'5" × 11'7" $20,000

This vintage Samarkand rug from East Turkestan is a hand-knotted wool carpet rooted in the Khotan weaving tradition. Its balanced architecture reflects the Silk Road exchange of Persian, Chinese, and Central Asian ideas that shaped these distinctive carpets.

A pale light blue field sets off a central serrated medallion in brick red, brown, ivory, and black, surrounded by boteh, rosettes, floral sprays, and small geometric emblems. Corner reserves and mirrored diamond forms reinforce the vertical rhythm, while the open spacing keeps the composition airy and readable rather than crowded.

Layered borders sharpen the design with a red-and-gold meander, a vine scroll dotted with pink blossoms, and an outer geometric frame. The palette of light blue, brick red, brown, gold, and soft pink brings warmth and clarity, making this vintage Khotan carpet a refined fit for transitional, eclectic, or traditional interiors.

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.