Malayer Persian Antique Floral Allover Slate Gray Hand-Knotted Wool Runner – Circa 1920 BB7149 3'4" × 14'10" $9,000

This antique Persian Malayer runner, hand-knotted in wool circa 1920, reflects the village weaving tradition of northwest Persia. Its long, narrow format and resilient construction make it especially suited to hallways and other transitional spaces, while its handwoven irregularities lend the piece genuine age and character.

The slate gray to deep navy field is filled with a dense allover repeat of boteh forms, each one articulated with tiny floral and geometric details in brick red, ivory, rust, terracotta, and muted blue. The pattern creates a lively, rhythmic flow from end to end, giving the runner movement and texture without the need for a central medallion.

A pronounced red border frames the composition, finished with ivory guard borders and small angular motifs that echo the structure of the field. Areas of abrash and softened wear deepen the surface, allowing this Malayer antique runner to read as both decorative and quietly lived-in, ideal for interiors that value authenticity, pattern, and a layered Persian accent.

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.