Antique Meshad Persian Floral Allover Soft Beige Hand-Knotted Wool Rug – Circa 1920 Tree Of Life BB9125 11'7" × 17'5" $90,000

Antique Persian Meshad rug, circa 1920, presents a Tree of Life composition rooted in the workshop tradition of northeastern Persia. Hand-knotted in wool, it belongs to the lineage of antique floral Persian carpets that translate garden imagery into a formal, collectible textile. The open layout keeps the design elegant rather than dense.

Across the soft beige field, individually spaced trees, flowering stems, and stylized shrubs rise in orderly rhythm, creating a pictorial landscape with clear vertical movement. Teal, navy blue, burgundy, rose, and pale ivory define each botanical form, while the slender trunks and cloud-like roots add a subtle figural presence without disrupting the calm ground.

A vivid blue border frames the composition with scrolling foliage and miniature blossoms, reinforcing the rug’s balanced, architectural character. The result is a Meshad antique rug that feels refined and atmospheric, well suited to classic living rooms, transitional interiors, or a library where its garden motif can bring warmth, structure, and layered color.

Sourced from Doris Leslie Blau, this antique rug represents the caliber of craftsmanship and cultural heritage the gallery has championed since its founding in 1965. With six decades of expertise, Doris Leslie Blau remains a premier destination for rare and extraordinary rugs across a wide range of styles and price points.