Meshad Persian Antique Allover Light Beige Hand-Knotted Wool Rug – Circa 1900 BB8628 11'4" × 16'7" $63,000

This antique Persian Meshad rug, circa 1900, is a hand-knotted wool carpet from one of Persia’s most respected weaving centers. Its proportions and formal layout reflect the refined decorative tradition for which Meshad rugs are prized, while the soft age-worn surface gives the piece a calm, collected presence.

The design unfolds across a light beige field in a carefully balanced allover composition. Stylized deer, horses, and other figural accents repeat in mirrored rhythm among flowering vines, leafy sprays, and small botanical forms, creating a pictorial landscape that feels ordered rather than busy. Dark brown outlining gives the imagery definition, while soft blue and warm tan details add lift and subtle contrast.

A broad floral border frames the field with architectural clarity, its dark ground and cream ornament reinforcing the rug’s depth and structure. Elegant yet approachable, this antique Meshad Persian rug brings figural character, botanical richness, and a quietly traditional palette to formal interiors and transitional rooms alike.

Part of Doris Leslie Blau's grand collection, this antique rug stands as a testament to the enduring beauty of traditional weaving artistry. Renowned for its curated selection of the world's finest rugs, DLB offers pieces ranging from accessible vintage treasures to rare, museum-worthy masterpieces for discerning collectors and designers alike.