Antique Khorassan Persian Allover Floral Warm Tan Hand-Knotted Wool Carpet – Circa 1880 BB9019 10'2" × 13'0" $65,000

Woven in the late 19th century in the storied workshops of Khorassan, this antique Persian rug feels like a whisper from another time. Its surface glows with the warmth of sun-washed sandstone, a golden field softened by more than a century of light, footsteps, and gentle use. Across this radiant ground, delicate vines unfurl like the tendrils of a garden at dusk, blooming into rosettes, lotus buds, and dreamy palmettes rendered in powder blue, pale aquamarine, ivory, and earthy cocoa.

The motifs drift across the rug as if carried by a quiet breeze—floral arabesques looping and curling, forming a graceful conversation between order and spontaneity. Every blossom feels hand-drawn, every leaf touched by a patient artisan’s breath. Subtle abrash moves through the field in shimmering waves, recalling the shifting colors of desert sand or the faded pages of an ancient manuscript.

A cool blue border frames the composition like the edge of morning sky meeting horizon. Within it, stylized flowers and feathery vines create a lyrical counterpoint to the warmth of the central field, offering a serene, meditative balance. The palette—gentle, harmonious, and softened by age—has the rare ability to quiet a room, wrapping it in a sense of history and calm.

Its presence brings with it a sense of elegant tranquility—a reminder that beauty crafted with care does not fade, but deepens. Whether placed in a sunlit living room, a contemplative library, or a bedroom sanctuary, this rug lends its surroundings an atmosphere of effortless grace.

This exquisite antique rug, sourced from Doris Leslie Blau, showcases a rare blend of history and craftsmanship. Doris Leslie Blau offers a broad and varied pricing spectrum, accommodating collectors and designers across a range of budgets—from modest vintage finds to rare, museum-worthy masterpieces.