Samarkand Vintage Floral Classic Taupe Hand-Knotted Wool Rug Pomegranate Design BB7442 5'9" × 11'0" $27,000

This vintage Samarkand rug from East Turkestan, woven in the 1920s in the Khotan tradition, is hand-knotted in wool. Its warm taupe field is organized as an allover trellis of stylized pomegranate trees, giving the composition a measured, compartment-like rhythm that feels tailored rather than busy. Dusty rose blossoms and fruit marks soften the geometry, while sage and dark brown outlines keep the drawing clear.

A pronounced border system reinforces that sense of order. Floral guard bands lead to a darker outer frame animated by scrolling and angular motifs, adding contrast without disrupting the calm central field. The result is a carpet with an architectural presence: formal in structure, yet relaxed enough to feel approachable in a lived-in interior.

Rooted in the Silk Road vocabulary that made Samarkand and Khotan rugs so distinctive, this piece offers both pattern and restraint. Its muted neutral palette layers easily with wood, stone, and upholstered furnishings, bringing the character of a vintage floral geometric rug to traditional rooms, contemporary settings, and spaces that benefit from quiet visual definition.

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.