Antique Meshad Persian Floral Allover Warm Tan Hand-Knotted Wool Rug – Circa 1900 BB3761 9'5" × 12'6" $53,000

This antique Persian Meshad rug, woven circa 1900, reflects the floral weaving tradition of northeastern Persia. Hand-knotted in wool, it presents an allover composition on a warm tan field, creating a soft and versatile backdrop for the decorative pattern.

Rather than a strict central medallion, the design unfolds in a balanced network of scrolling vines, palmettes, and delicate blossoms, with a subtle crest-like rhythm woven into the field. Deep blue, cream, light blue, and earthy brown accents lend the drawing definition while preserving the rug’s mellow, time-softened character. A layered border system, including a darker floral guard and a finely detailed main band, frames the composition with architectural clarity.

The result is a Persian floral antique rug with poise and movement, equally suited to traditional rooms and more transitional interiors. Its restrained palette and intricate botanical pattern offer visual richness without heaviness, making it an elegant anchor piece for spaces that call for warmth, detail, and historical depth.

Sourced from Doris Leslie Blau, this antique rug reflects the gallery's longstanding dedication to preserving the finest examples of carpet artistry from around the world. Its remarkable craftsmanship and patina make it both a decorative statement and a collectible work of art.