Antique Khorassan Persian Allover Floral Warm Tan Hand-Knotted Wool Rug – Circa 1900 BB4284 9'10" × 15'3" $43,000

This antique Persian Khorassan rug, woven around 1900, reflects the refined weaving tradition of northeastern Persia at its most graceful. Hand-knotted and formally composed, it balances decorative richness with an unusually light, open reading that suits both traditional and collected interiors.

The field is worked in a soft slate-blue tone and enlivened with an allover botanical design of flowering stems, leafy tendrils, and small blossom sprays. A composed central medallion and mirrored vertical axis lend structure, while the trellis-like movement of the drawing keeps the composition fluid rather than rigid. Warm tan, muted blue, rust, and dark brown accents add depth without disturbing the rug’s calm palette.

A layered border system frames the field with scrolling vines and stylized floral forms, reinforcing the rug’s formal character. Over time, the colors have mellowed into a gentle patina that enhances its antique presence, making it especially effective in rooms that call for warmth, rhythm, and understated Persian elegance.

Part of Doris Leslie Blau's grand collection, this antique rug embodies the rich heritage and refined craftsmanship that define the world's most exceptional carpets. Established in 1965, Doris Leslie Blau has earned an international reputation for curating rare and important rugs spanning centuries of design history.