Antique Meshad Persian Allover Geometric Warm Tan Hand-Knotted Wool Rug – Circa 1930 BB7171 15'0" × 19'6" $150,000

This antique Persian Meshad rug, hand-knotted in wool circa 1930, comes from one of northeastern Iran’s most respected weaving traditions. Its presentation is formal yet quietly restrained, with an allover trellis layout that gives the carpet a measured, architectural rhythm rather than a single central focal point.

The warm tan field is patterned with a continuous lattice of stylized floral boteh-like forms and scrolling vine links, drawn in brown, rust red, cream, and soft dark accents. The repeat is close and orderly, creating a refined surface texture that feels balanced from edge to edge. That clarity of drawing is one of the rug’s most appealing qualities.

A layered border system frames the composition with real authority. Darker main borders and narrower guard stripes alternate floral, geometric, and vine motifs, adding contrast without disrupting the calm of the field. The result is a Persian antique rug that brings structure, warmth, and subtle ornament to formal rooms, libraries, and layered interiors alike.

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.