Persian Allover Floral Antique Warm Tan Hand-Knotted Wool Rug – Circa 1900 BB8901 14'2" × 19'5" $95,000

Woven in Persia circa 1900, this antique Bakhtiari carpet is a hand-knotted wool rug from the Persian tradition. Its oversized format and formal allover layout give it the presence of a classic Persian antique rug while retaining the lively irregularity that collectors value in village and workshop weaving.

The design is built from a disciplined trellis of floral cartouches and geometric medallion forms, repeated across a warm tan field. Cream, light blue, rust red, and dark brown accents define each unit with crisp contrast, while deeper navy notes create pockets of visual depth. The result is a pattern that feels structured yet animated, with clear Bakhtiari character and a refined Arts and Crafts sensibility.

A richly framed border of scrolling blossoms and small palmettes surrounds the composition, reinforcing the rug’s architectural balance. Elegant and versatile, this antique Persian wool rug works beautifully in traditional interiors, layered contemporary rooms, and formal spaces that benefit from pattern, color, and a measured sense of history.

A treasured piece from the expansive Doris Leslie Blau collection, this antique rug embodies the gallery's longstanding commitment to sourcing carpets of exceptional artistry and historical significance. DLB offers a vast selection of antique, vintage, and contemporary rugs, welcoming collectors and designers at every level.