Antique Kirman Persian Medallion Light Beige Hand-Knotted Wool Carpet – Circa 1900 BB8771 13'5" × 19'5" $95,000

Antique Persian Kirman rug, circa 1900, hand-knotted in wool within the celebrated Kirman weaving tradition of Persia, with a classical medallion composition on a light beige ground. Its generous scale and restrained palette give the piece a formal character that feels refined rather than heavy.

At the center, a crest-like medallion unfurls into scrolling palmettes, boteh, and finely drawn botanical sprays, rendered in soft gray blue, warm tan, and faded ivory. The border reads as a quiet frame rather than a hard edge, allowing the field ornament to blend outward in a layered, painterly rhythm. Age has softened the design into a low-contrast surface with graceful movement and plenty of tonal breathing room.

This antique Kirman Persian carpet brings the clarity of traditional Persian design to interiors that value pattern with understatement. It works particularly well beneath classical furnishings, transitional schemes, or layered contemporary rooms, where its faded elegance, floral detail, and serene neutral background can anchor the composition with quiet distinction.

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.