Antique Kirman Persian Floral Allover Light Beige Hand-Knotted Wool Rug – Circa 1900 BB8853 12'9" × 19'0" $95,000

This antique Persian Kirman rug, woven around 1900, reflects the celebrated Kerman tradition in a finely hand-knotted wool carpet of refined workmanship and formal elegance.

The light beige field is densely composed with an allover botanical repeat, where scrolling vine tendrils, palmettes, rosettes, and boteh-derived details unfold around a softened medallion rhythm rather than a strict central boss. Navy blue, rust red, sage green, and warm taupe enrich the drawing, giving the surface a layered, almost tapestry-like character while preserving a calm, livable ground. A disciplined border system frames the composition and reinforces its classic Kirman balance.

Typical of antique Kirman rugs, the ornament is delicate yet precise, with symmetry that feels measured rather than rigid. The result is a Persian floral rug with depth, texture, and understated grandeur, well suited to interiors that call for historic character and a quietly sophisticated palette. Its mix of floral density and pale ground allows it to anchor a room while still sitting comfortably beneath furnishings.

A rare piece from the Doris Leslie Blau collection, this antique rug exemplifies superior artistry, historic character, and timeless sophistication. DLB is internationally recognized for offering exceptional antique, vintage, and contemporary rugs of remarkable quality and provenance.