Antique Kirman Persian Floral Allover, Warm Tan, Hand-Knotted Wool Rug – Circa 1880 BB3437 13'8" × 20'8" $130,000

This 19th-century Persian Kirman rug (circa 1880) embodies the sophistication and refinement for which Kirman weaving is celebrated. Woven in a soft, muted palette of sand, faded gold, and pale blue, the rug presents an overall tonal effect that feels both aged and elegant. The design reveals a sprawling allover lattice of scrolling vines and palmettes, executed with remarkable delicacy. Layers of floral ornamentation ripple across the field, dissolving gently into the worn patina of time, giving the rug a painterly, almost ethereal quality.

The spacious central medallion blends seamlessly into the surrounding tracery, creating a continuous flow that emphasizes the rug’s artistry over symmetry. The wide borders, enriched with arabesque scrolls and rosettes, frame the composition in a way that enhances its sense of grandeur while maintaining the understated elegance of the palette.

Aged to perfection, this antique Kirman rug demonstrates the weavers’ mastery of creating harmony between color, pattern, and proportion. Its graceful wear, softened hues, and timeless botanical motifs make it a versatile piece—equally at home in traditional interiors as it is in modern spaces seeking a touch of historic artistry.

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.