Antique Persian Floral Allover Warm Tan Hand-Knotted Wool Rug – Circa 1880 BB7419 14'0" × 20'2" $65,000

This oversized antique Persian rug, hand-knotted in wool circa 1880, reflects the disciplined beauty of late 19th-century Persian weaving. Its allover floral lattice composition creates a formal yet approachable presence, ideal for a room that calls for history and pattern without a dominant medallion.

A dense field of small rosettes and trellis links fills the surface with tight, rhythmic repetition. The dark navy ground gives depth to the arrangement, while warm tan, light beige, rust red, and teal blue accents keep the design crisp and legible. Slight irregularities in the blossoms add the soft vitality expected of an authentic handwoven carpet.

The border system frames the composition with a rust-toned main band and narrow ivory guard stripes, lending architectural order to the busy interior. Elegant and grounded, this antique Persian allover rug works beautifully in traditional, transitional, or layered interiors, where its floral geometry can anchor a dining room, salon, or library with quiet confidence.

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.