Meshad Persian Antique Allover Floral Oversized Light Beige Hand-Knotted Wool Rug – Circa 1920 BB8988 16'4" × 24'9" $200,000

An antique Persian Meshad rug, woven circa 1920 in the Khorassan tradition, this hand-knotted wool carpet carries the scale and composure of a major room piece. It belongs to the celebrated northeastern Persian weaving lineage known for finely drawn florals and balanced, courtly ornament.

The field is organized around an allover floral repeat built from medallion-like blossoms, scrolling vines, and trellis connections. Against the warm coral-rose ground, the pattern reads with unusual clarity: ivory, taupe, soft blue, and small dark accents define each motif while keeping the surface animated rather than rigid. The result is richly layered, with the softness of a textile that has matured beautifully over time.

A broad sky-blue border frames the composition with palmettes, floral cartouches, and vine ornament, creating a cool contrast that sharpens the warmth at the center. That balance of red and blue gives the rug a formal, collected presence well suited to traditional, transitional, or layered interiors seeking antique Persian character.

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.