Antique Kashan Persian Medallion Floral Light Beige Hand-Knotted Wool Rug – Circa 1920 BB8976 10'1" × 14'0" $51,000

This antique Persian Kashan rug, woven circa 1920, belongs to the celebrated hand-knotted wool tradition of central Iran. Its formal medallion composition and finely drawn floral ornament show the disciplined elegance for which Kashan carpets are prized.

A soft light beige field provides a luminous ground for a scalloped central medallion, pendant forms, and a dense spray of vines, palmettes, rosettes, and leafy foliate motifs. Dusty pink appears in the larger lobed reserves and border breaks, while navy blue and soft blue articulate the drawing, giving the design crisp definition without disturbing its gentle tonality. The result is restrained yet richly detailed, with a balanced symmetry that feels both formal and airy.

The border system reinforces that architecture: a broad main border with scrolling florals is framed by finely patterned guards, creating depth and visual rhythm from edge to edge. Elegant and versatile, this antique Kashan can anchor a traditional drawing room, soften a transitional interior, or add historical character to a more contemporary setting.

A rare piece from the Doris Leslie Blau collection, this antique rug exemplifies superior artistry, historic character, and timeless sophistication. DLB is internationally recognized for offering exceptional antique, vintage, and contemporary rugs of remarkable quality and provenance.