Antique Kirman Allover Floral Warm Tan Hand-Knotted Wool Carpet – Circa 1900 Persian Rug BB9197 10'3" × 11'0" $40,000

Antique Persian Kirman carpet, circa 1900, hand-knotted in wool, woven in the celebrated Kerman tradition. Its allover floral trellis replaces a single medallion with a continuous network of blossoms, palmettes, and scrolling vines, giving the square format a balanced, architectural presence.

An earthy brown and camel ground is enlivened by soft beige, muted blue, and dusty taupe accents. The design is enclosed by a layered border system, where the inner meander and outer floral bands add definition without interrupting the rug’s painterly field. Time has softened the contrast, allowing the ornament to read with a gentle, low-sheen complexity.

That restrained abrasion is part of the appeal: it lends the carpet an elegant, collected quality that suits traditional libraries, formal dining rooms, or transitional interiors seeking warmth and pattern. As an antique Kirman, it reflects the region’s reputation for refined drawing and richly articulated floral composition, while remaining versatile enough to anchor a room quietly with lasting visual depth throughout.

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.