Antique Kirman Persian Floral Allover Soft Beige Hand-Knotted Wool Rug – Circa 1920 BB8566 13'0" × 22'9" $120,000

This antique Persian Kirman rug, circa 1920, is a hand-knotted wool carpet from the celebrated Kerman weaving tradition. Its oversized scale and early-20th-century origin give it the presence of a formal room piece, while the softened surface lends the composition an easy, lived-in elegance.

A soft beige field is covered with an allover botanical repeat that reads like a trellis of tiny blossoms, palmettes, and scrolling vines. Dusty blue provides the clearest accent, with restrained touches of terracotta, cocoa, and ivory adding warmth. The drawing remains refined and balanced rather than dense, allowing the pattern to breathe across the surface.

Several narrow borders frame the field with floral garlands and small repeating motifs, reinforcing the rug’s quiet symmetry. Time has gently blurred the details, giving the design an atmospheric quality that suits both traditional interiors and pared-back contemporary spaces. It brings texture, warmth, and historic character without visual heaviness.

Part of Doris Leslie Blau's grand collection, this antique rug stands as a testament to the enduring beauty of traditional weaving artistry. Renowned for its curated selection of the world's finest rugs, DLB offers pieces ranging from accessible vintage treasures to rare, museum-worthy masterpieces for discerning collectors and designers alike.