Antique Kirman Persian Allover Floral Soft Beige Hand-Knotted Wool Carpet – Circa 1880 BB8461 10'6" × 14'9" $43,000

This antique Persian Kirman carpet, woven circa 1880, is a hand-knotted wool example from one of Persia’s most accomplished floral weaving traditions. Its soft beige ground and formal allover layout create a composed, room-filling presence, while the aged palette gives the piece a restrained, collected elegance.

Across the field, a lattice-like repeat gathers delicate blossoms, palmettes, and scrolling vines into a series of softened medallion forms. Dusty blue, light gray, and muted gold accents trace the drawing with low contrast, allowing the ornament to read as intricate rather than busy. The result is decorative movement with a quiet, tailored rhythm.

A layered border system frames the composition with smaller floral bands and narrow guards that echo the center without overpowering it. That balance makes the rug especially versatile in traditional, transitional, or layered interiors, where an antique Kirman carpet can anchor furnishings with warmth, history, and understated refinement.

Part of Doris Leslie Blau's grand collection, this antique rug stands as a testament to the enduring beauty of traditional weaving artistry. Renowned for its curated selection of the world's finest rugs, DLB offers pieces ranging from accessible vintage treasures to rare, museum-worthy masterpieces for discerning collectors and designers alike.