Antique Malayer Persian Floral Allover Classic Taupe Hand-Knotted Wool Rug – Circa 1900 BB5047 4'6" × 6'7" $10,000

This antique Malayer Persian rug, hand-knotted in wool circa 1900, reflects the refined weaving tradition of western Persia. Its gently worn surface and softened palette speak to more than a century of use and preservation, creating an authentic, collected presence.

The composition unfolds as a dense allover botanical lattice, where scrolling stems, small blossoms, and trellis forms merge into a continuous pattern. Rather than a single strong medallion, the design hints at one through a subtle medallion-and-crest rhythm. The border is more clearly drawn, with rosettes, cartouches, and geometric accents that frame the field. Warm taupe, light beige, and muted brown create a layered antique tone, allowing the details to appear and recede with the light.

That quiet balance makes the rug especially versatile in interiors that call for history without heaviness. It brings texture to traditional rooms and a nuanced, time-softened note to transitional settings, while its hand-knotted wool construction adds the durability and tactile depth prized in antique Persian Malayer rugs.

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.