Antique Meshad Persian Allover Golden Tan Hand-Knotted Wool Rug – Circa 1900 BB3127 10'10" × 15'6" $75,000

This antique Persian Meshad rug, woven circa 1900 in the Khorassan region of Persia, reflects the poised formality and skilled hand-knotting associated with the city’s workshop tradition. Its allover composition gives the piece a measured, enveloping presence, making it a refined example of antique Persian carpet design.

The golden tan field is filled with closely spaced boteh motifs arranged in orderly rows, creating a subtle trellis effect that feels both rhythmic and controlled. Softly aged tones of navy blue, teal, rust, and pale sand enliven the surface without disturbing its calm balance, while the floral border and matching guard borders frame the composition with crisp definition.

Woven in wool, this Meshad rug offers the texture and durability prized in hand-knotted antique rugs, along with the mellow patina that develops only over time. Its formal yet versatile pattern works beautifully beneath traditional furnishings, in layered transitional rooms, or wherever a Persian allover rug is desired for quiet depth and visual structure.

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.