Antique Meshad Persian Allover Light Beige Hand-Knotted Wool Runner – Circa 1920 Mashad (Fragment) BB8033 2'4" × 14'0" $8,000

This antique Persian Mashad runner fragment, circa 1920, belongs to the formal weaving tradition of Mashad, a center long prized for elegant hand-knotted wool carpets with refined ornament and enduring decorative appeal.

Here, an allover floral trellis fills the field with repeating cartouche-like medallions, palmettes, and scrolling vine work. The blue ground sets a cooler tone for the warm beige, soft gold, and apricot motifs, creating a crisp yet aged contrast. Because the pattern runs continuously without a central medallion, the design has a steady rhythm that suits hallways and other transitional interiors, where movement and continuity matter.

As a fragment, the runner carries a softened antique surface and a gently worn patina that temper the formality of the drawing. Hand-knotted in wool, it offers the depth, texture, and historical presence collectors seek in antique Persian runners. Its layered coloration feels versatile alongside traditional woodwork, plaster, or more contemporary furnishings.

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.