Antique Bakshaish Persian Allover Geometric Warm Tan Hand-Knotted Wool Rug – Circa 1880 (Size Adjusted) BB7732 12'3" × 12'6" $85,000

This antique Persian Bakshaish rug, woven circa 1880 and size-adjusted for modern interiors, comes from the historic Bakshaish weaving tradition of northwestern Persia. Hand-knotted in wool, it balances village character with a disciplined layout, making it an appealing antique Persian rug for rooms that call for history without heaviness and enduring collector appeal.

A warm tan field carries a gently worn allover composition of angular floral-geometric motifs, small medallion forms, and sparse vine work. The drawing feels spacious and architectural, with soft ivory outlines and repeated accents of sky blue and brick red that keep the pattern lively while preserving its calm, open rhythm.

The border supplies a stronger frame: a saturated blue main band with rosette-like elements and serrated zigzags, edged by rust-red and beige guard stripes. Together, the contrast of earthy center and graphic perimeter gives this Bakshaish geometric rug the versatility designers value in layered traditional, transitional, or collected interiors, from living rooms to dining spaces.

Sourced from Doris Leslie Blau, this antique rug represents the caliber of craftsmanship and cultural heritage the gallery has championed since its founding in 1965. With six decades of expertise, Doris Leslie Blau remains a premier destination for rare and extraordinary rugs across a wide range of styles and price points.