Antique Malayer Persian Allover Geometric Cream Beige Hand-Knotted Wool Rug – Circa 1900 BB6417 5'6" × 8'10" $12,000

This antique Persian Malayer rug, woven circa 1900 in the Malayer weaving tradition, is hand-knotted in wool and distinguished by its restrained tribal-geometric layout.

A warm brown field is covered with a dense allover trellis of tiny diamond and blossom-like forms in cream beige and ivory, creating a finely speckled surface that reads as textural rather than pictorial. The repeat is compact and orderly, but the softened abrash and subtle tonal shifts keep it from feeling rigid. The composition remains deliberately allover, with no central medallion to interrupt its rhythm.

Layered borders frame the design with precision: a lighter outer band carries angular vine and foliate motifs, while slimmer dark guards sharpen the edges and give the rug a tailored finish. Subtle taupe and chocolate notes deepen the palette, making this Persian rug especially versatile in rooms that value historic pattern, warmth, and understated geometry. It can anchor a study, dining room, or layered living space without overpowering the furnishings around it.

Sourced from Doris Leslie Blau, this antique rug represents the caliber of craftsmanship and cultural heritage the gallery has championed since its founding in 1965. With six decades of expertise, Doris Leslie Blau remains a premier destination for rare and extraordinary rugs across a wide range of styles and price points.