Antique Kirman Persian Floral Allover Warm Tan Hand-Knotted Wool Rug – Circa 1900 BB7317 13'6" × 21'5" $130,000

This antique Persian Kirman rug, hand-knotted in wool circa 1900, comes from the celebrated weaving tradition of Kerman and shows the elegance for which these carpets are prized. Its warm tan field is softly faded, giving the design a gentle, time-worn luminosity that feels especially suitable for layered interiors.

The composition unfolds in an allover floral field with a softened central medallion axis rather than a rigid, formal center. Scrolling vines, palmettes, rosettes, and finely drawn blossoms drift across the surface in light blue and navy, with occasional deeper accents lending definition to the delicate pattern. The drawing is refined yet relaxed, allowing the rug’s antique patina to blur the ornament just enough for a graceful, collected look.

A broad border hierarchy frames the field with smaller guard bands and a wider floral main border, reinforcing the rug’s balanced structure. With its Victorian-era sensibility, gentle palette, and hand-knotted wool construction, this antique Kirman offers the decorative depth of a Persian floral carpet without overwhelming a room, making it a distinguished foundation for classic or contemporary settings.

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.