Antique Malayer Persian Allover Floral Ivory Hand-Knotted Wool Runner – Circa 1880 BB7453 5'8" × 15'7" $28,000

This antique Malayer Persian rug, woven circa 1880 in northwest Persia, reflects the village weaving tradition of Malayer with a remarkably ordered allover composition. Its hand-knotted wool construction gives the piece both substance and the softened surface that collectors value in late 19th-century Persian rugs.

A deep navy field sets off a repeating trellis of pale ivory and green angular vines, creating compartmented shapes filled with floral sprays, rosettes, and stylized botanical forms. Small accents of brick red, coral, gold, and soft pink animate the design without disturbing its balance, so the pattern feels rhythmic, compact, and distinctly antique. The geometry lends structure, while the floral details keep the surface lively.

Layered borders in red, coral, and ivory frame the field with rosettes, vine work, and compact geometric ornament, reinforcing the rug’s formal Persian character. The result is a Malayer antique rug with enough pattern density to ground a hallway, library, or sitting room, yet enough movement to bring warmth and visual texture to a traditional or transitional interior.

Sourced from Doris Leslie Blau, this antique rug represents the caliber of craftsmanship and cultural heritage the gallery has championed since its founding in 1965. With six decades of expertise, Doris Leslie Blau remains a premier destination for rare and extraordinary rugs across a wide range of styles and price points.