Antique Malayer Persian Allover Geometric Pale Sand Hand-Knotted Wool Runner – Circa 1930 BB8848 2'8" × 16'10" $20,000

This antique Malayer Persian runner, circa 1930, is hand-knotted in wool and rooted in the refined weaving tradition of western Persia. Its long, narrow format gives the piece a graceful sense of movement, while the time-softened surface adds the character collectors seek in antique Persian runners.

The design is organized around an allover geometric scheme, with a vertical chain of medallion-like crests and stylized floral forms running through the pale sand field. Dusty blue, gray, olive, brown, and touches of brick red create a muted but layered palette. Rather than feeling rigid, the angular ornament is softened by age, lending the runner a decorative rhythm that feels both orderly and quietly expressive. The border is especially pronounced, with tribal latticework and small repeating motifs framing the composition in a way that reinforces its structure.

This balance of geometry and worn elegance makes the runner highly adaptable in a hallway, gallery, or transitional interior. Its Oriental character, botanical accents, and durable wool construction give it both visual interest and practical appeal, especially where a long rug is needed to anchor linear architecture with warmth and texture.

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.