Antique Kirman Persian Allover Floral Pale Sand Hand-Knotted Wool Rug – Circa 1910 BB6960 11'7" × 20'6" $95,000

This antique Persian Kirman rug, woven circa 1910, reflects one of Persia’s most admired carpet traditions in an early-20th-century allover format. Its character is defined less by high contrast than by a softened, painterly palette that gives the composition an airy, collected presence.

The pale rose field is layered with scrolling botanicals, rosettes, palmettes, and small trellis-like floral accents, while oversized cartouche medallions bloom throughout the surface like framed blossoms. Ivory, taupe, muted sage, and powder blue details keep the pattern legible without overpowering the ground, allowing the design to feel formal, yet relaxed. The result is a dense floral composition that still leaves room for the eye to breathe.

A restrained border in dusty blue and soft ivory completes the rug with floral tracery and subtle rhythm. Its gently faded tonality and nuanced shading give the piece a romantic patina, making it a refined choice for interiors that call for antique Persian presence, decorative softness, and enduring visual depth.

A treasured piece from the expansive Doris Leslie Blau collection, this antique rug embodies the gallery's longstanding commitment to sourcing carpets of exceptional artistry and historical significance. DLB offers a vast selection of antique, vintage, and contemporary rugs, welcoming collectors and designers at every level.