Antique Kashan Persian Allover Floral Soft White Hand-Knotted Wool Carpet – Circa 1930 BB9172 12'6" × 18'9" $95,000

This antique Persian Kashan rug, woven circa 1930, is a masterful expression of classical Persian design, distinguished by its refined palette and intricate allover composition. Originating from one of Iran’s most celebrated weaving centers, the rug embodies the highly decorative, floral aesthetic for which Kashan carpets are renowned .

The field is rendered in a soft ivory-beige tone, serving as a luminous backdrop for an elaborate network of scrolling vinery and stylized floral motifs. Blossoms, palmettes, and delicate arabesques unfold across the surface in a continuous, garden-like arrangement, creating a sense of harmony and movement. The design is symmetrical yet fluid, demonstrating the precision and artistry characteristic of workshop-woven Kashan rugs.

The color palette is both subtle and sophisticated, featuring gentle shades of powder blue, muted terracotta, soft rose, and pale gray, all carefully balanced to achieve a delicate, almost pastel-like effect. This restrained coloration enhances the rug’s elegance, allowing the intricate pattern to remain light and airy rather than dense or overpowering.

Framing the composition is a wide main border filled with intricate floral motifs, complemented by narrower guard borders that echo the central design. The borders are thoughtfully resolved at the corners, a hallmark of skilled craftsmanship, ensuring continuity of the pattern throughout the composition .

Hand-knotted in wool and generously scaled at approximately 12’6″ × 18’9″, this rug was designed for grand interiors, where its expansive, decorative field can be fully appreciated . Its allover pattern, free of a dominant central medallion, lends versatility, allowing it to integrate seamlessly into both traditional and contemporary spaces.

This rug from the Doris Leslie Blau Collection is not only a collectible statement of refined taste and exceptional craftsmanship—it is also a rare survival of the modernist movement as interpreted through Persian textile 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.