Antique Kirman Allover Light Teal Hand-Knotted Wool Rug – Circa 1920 BB9203 11'6" × 16'6" $70,000

An antique Persian Kirman rug from circa 1920, hand-knotted in wool, presents an allover figural-botanical composition characteristic of the region’s refined weaving tradition. Its design favors a pictorial garden effect over a central medallion, giving the piece a distinctly collected, narrative presence.

The field is animated by mirrored tree-of-life stems, flowering branches, and scattered animal figures that seem to move in measured rows across the surface. A soft light teal ground, tempered by warm taupe, ivory, and pale beige, allows the delicate drawing to remain legible without feeling severe. The result is airy yet detailed, with the floral and animal motifs unfolding in layers of quiet ornament.

Framing the composition, the border system is restrained and finely scaled, echoing the botanical language without overpowering the center. This antique Kirman rug brings a calm, museum-like elegance to traditional interiors, eclectic rooms, or spaces that benefit from an allover Persian rug with subtle color and visual depth.

Sourced from Doris Leslie Blau, this antique rug reflects the gallery's longstanding dedication to preserving the finest examples of carpet artistry from around the world. Its remarkable craftsmanship and patina make it both a decorative statement and a collectible work of art.