Antique Persian Floral Allover Dusty Rose Hand-Knotted Wool Rug – Circa 17Th Century Isfahan BB8468 10'7" × 15'0" $100,000

This exquisite 17th-century Persian Isfahan rug is a rare and masterful example of Safavid weaving artistry, distinguished by its finely knotted construction, regal palette, and sophisticated floral design. Woven in one of Persia’s most celebrated weaving centers, this piece showcases the refinement and elegance for which Isfahan rugs of the classical period are renowned.

The field is rendered in a rich, time-softened rose hue, gracefully adorned with an intricate lattice of scrolling vines, stylized palmettes, lotus blossoms, and serrated leaves. The floral motifs—executed in shades of soft gold, delicate sky blue, verdant green, and deep indigo—are arranged in harmonious symmetry, reflecting both artistic precision and aesthetic balance.

Framing the central field is a magnificent wide border set against a deep, midnight-blue ground, decorated with a flowing arabesque of ornate palmettes, cloud bands, and scrolling tendrils in vibrant saffron, coral, and sky tones. This dynamic yet graceful border design provides a striking contrast to the softer field, heightening the rug’s visual depth and grandeur. Narrow guard stripes with continuous floral meanders further enhance the frame, adding refinement and continuity to the composition.

Woven with exceptional craftsmanship and a high knot density, this Isfahan exemplifies the opulence and technical mastery of Safavid textiles. The natural vegetable dyes, now mellowed with age, create a warm, luminous patina that only centuries can bestow. Despite its age, the composition remains crisp and clear, a testament to both the weaver’s skill and the enduring quality of Isfahan rugs.

This piece is not merely a decorative textile but a work of art and history—an embodiment of Persia’s golden age of weaving, suitable for the most discerning collector or connoisseur of antique carpets.

A rare piece from the Doris Leslie Blau Collection, this rug exemplifies superior artistry and tradition. 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.