Antique Kirman Persian Allover Warm Tan Hand-Knotted Wool Rug – Circa 1880 BB5571 9'2" × 13'4" $30,000

This antique Persian Kirman rug, hand-knotted in wool circa 1880, comes from one of Iran’s most respected carpet-weaving traditions. Its composition is entirely ordered, with no central medallion, allowing the field to read as a balanced allover design.

A deep chocolate-brown ground sets off a refined trellis of rosettes, palmettes, and stylized blossoms joined by scrolling vines. Warm tan, rust red, ivory, olive, and muted camel details create a measured contrast, while the repeated lattice gives the rug a tailored, architectural rhythm. The effect is formal without feeling rigid, and richly decorative without becoming busy.

A series of floral borders frames the field and reinforces the symmetry, with the wider main border acting as a proper frame in the Persian tradition. The wool pile and careful hand-knotting give the piece a soft, substantial character, making it well suited to traditional rooms, transitional interiors, or layered collector spaces that call for antique Persian presence.

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.