Kirman Persian Antique Floral Allover Dusty Tan Hand-Knotted Wool Rug – Circa 1900 BB8898 13'9" × 20'5" $95,000

This antique Persian Kirman rug, woven circa 1900, comes from the celebrated Kerman weaving tradition known for its refined floral carpets and elegant drawing. Hand-knotted in wool, it captures the balance of delicacy and grandeur that makes antique Kirman pieces so enduring in both decorative and collectible contexts.

The design unfolds across a dusty tan field with an allover botanical composition, where scrolling vines, paisley forms, and crest-like medallions emerge in soft blue, teal, ivory, and navy accents. A subdued central medallion is present, but the pattern remains continuous and richly layered, giving the rug a painterly, almost tapestry-like character. The border hierarchy is clear, framing the field with floral motifs and graceful movement.

Its softened contrast and timeworn surface lend the palette a calm, atmospheric quality rather than a formal brightness. That muted warmth allows the rug to anchor traditional rooms beautifully while also bringing depth and texture to transitional or contemporary interiors. As an antique hand-knotted wool Persian rug, it offers both visual richness and the quiet authority of age.

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.