Antique Mohtashem Kashan Floral Medallion Light Beige Hand-Knotted Wool Rug – Circa 1880 BB9205 10'8" × 15'0" $70,000

This antique Persian Kashan rug, woven circa 1880 in the Mohtashem tradition, is a hand-knotted wool carpet that reflects the refined weaving heritage of historic Kashan.

A light beige field is densely filled with delicate floral vines, creating a lace-like ground for the sweeping central medallion. Rendered in layered teal, brick red, and warm tan, the medallion is scalloped and perfectly ordered, with a compact inner blossom that draws the eye inward. The surrounding field remains open enough to let the floral drawing breathe, while shield-shaped side cartouches and corner forms add a measured rhythm to the composition.

The border structure strengthens that formal character with peach-toned bands, navy accents, and repeated floral motifs that echo the colors in the field without overpowering them. The palette is grounded in soft ivory and beige, then enlivened by teal, terracotta, and muted red, giving the rug a luminous but restrained presence. It is well suited to a formal living room, dining room, or any interior calling for an antique Kashan medallion rug with clarity and depth.

Part of Doris Leslie Blau's grand collection, this antique rug embodies the rich heritage and refined craftsmanship that define the world's most exceptional carpets. Established in 1965, Doris Leslie Blau has earned an international reputation for curating rare and important rugs spanning centuries of design history.