Persian Antique Allover Floral Ivory Hand-Knotted Wool Rug – Circa 1870 BB5087 5'0" × 10'2" $6,000

This antique Persian rug, circa 1870, reflects the expressive weaving tradition of northwest Persia, where lively ornament and disciplined structure were often brought together with remarkable ease.

Its deep navy field is filled edge to edge with an allover repeat of stylized floral sprays, foliate stems, and geometric blossom forms, creating a dense botanical surface rather than a single central medallion. Crimson, saffron yellow, white, and green accents enliven the pattern and keep the composition in constant motion, while the small-scale drawing gives the rug a crisp, collected character.

An ivory border frames the darker ground with architectural clarity, its angular flowers and abstract vine forms lending the piece a more graphic outline. A narrow red inner guard border sharpens the transition between field and frame, adding depth and contrast. The result is a Persian floral rug with a distinctly antique presence, well suited to rooms that call for color, texture, and a layered decorative rhythm.

Sourced from Doris Leslie Blau, this antique rug reflects the gallery's longstanding dedication to preserving the finest examples of carpet artistry from around the world. Its remarkable craftsmanship and patina make it both a decorative statement and a collectible work of art.