Meshad Persian Antique Allover Floral Light Beige Hand-Knotted Wool Rug – Circa 1880 BB7318 13'2" × 21'3" $95,000

Woven in Persia circa 1880, this antique Meshad rug is a hand-knotted wool carpet from the celebrated Khorassan weaving tradition. Its appeal lies in a disciplined allover floral ground, rendered without a central medallion and framed by a clearly structured border system.

The light beige field is filled with a fine repeat of boteh-like blossoms, rosettes, and slender vine work, creating a rhythmic trellis effect that feels tailored rather than busy. A dark navy main border gives the composition weight, while smaller guard borders and softened tan, gold, and gray accents temper the palette with age.

The result is a Persian antique rug with quiet formality and strong decorative versatility. Its antique patina softens the drawing, allowing it to sit comfortably in traditional rooms or more layered transitional interiors, especially where a large floor covering is needed to add presence without visual noise. It offers the enduring appeal of a late 19th-century Meshad with a refined, room-filling surface.

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.