Antique Kirman Persian Floral Allover Warm Tan Hand-Knotted Wool Carpet – Circa 1900 BB7242 12'9" × 21'8" $130,000

This antique Kirman Persian carpet, woven circa 1900, belongs to the refined weaving tradition of southeastern Persia and is rendered in a hand-knotted wool pile. Its warm tan ground and softly aged surface give the piece a settled, sophisticated character from the outset.

Rather than relying on a single central medallion, the composition spreads into a dense allover floral field filled with scrolling vinery, palmettes, rosettes, and crest-like blossoms. Dusty blue, light beige, and teal accents trace the ornament with fine definition, while the gently faded contrast allows the pattern to read as layered and fluid rather than busy.

A complementary border system frames the carpet with botanical guard motifs, reinforcing the balanced Kashan-Kirman aesthetic for which these Persian pieces are admired. It brings quiet formality to a dining room, library, or seating area and pairs naturally with antique wood, tailored upholstery, and other collected interiors.

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.