Antique Kirman Persian Floral Allover Pale Sand Hand-Knotted Wool Rug – Circa 1900 BB7287 13'9" × 19'4" $100,000

This antique Kirman Persian rug, woven circa 1900, reflects the refined floral weaving tradition of southeastern Persia. Hand-knotted in wool, it carries the elegance and restraint for which historic Kirman carpets are prized.

A softened central medallion settles into a pale sand field, where delicate vines, palmettes, and foliate arabesques spread in an allover composition. The design is framed by a clear border hierarchy, yet the low-contrast surface gives the entire rug a misted, time-softened quality. Faded dusty blue, light gray, beige, and traces of sage and taupe lend the pattern a hushed, painterly depth.

Rather than relying on bold contrast, this antique Persian rug offers quiet grandeur and visual texture. Its balanced floral structure makes it especially effective in traditional interiors, transitional rooms, or layered contemporary spaces where a graceful antique presence is desired. The result is a Kirman rug with enduring decorative versatility and the kind of aged sophistication collectors value.

A treasured piece from the expansive Doris Leslie Blau collection, this antique rug embodies the gallery's longstanding commitment to sourcing carpets of exceptional artistry and historical significance. DLB offers a vast selection of antique, vintage, and contemporary rugs, welcoming collectors and designers at every level.