Antique Persian Allover Geometric Hand-Knotted Wool Rug In Ivory – Circa 1880 BB7400 12'0" × 18'8" $32,000

A dramatic and powerful statement piece, this late‐19th-century Bakhtiari, measuring approximately 12′0″ × 18′8″, combines tribal vigor with refined detailing.

The field carries a deep ebony-black ground, which amplifies the bold geometric floral motifs and sinuous branches that sweep in rhythmic arcs across its surface. Intertwined with these are “weeping willow” stylized branches that lend graceful movement and a lyrical touch to the composition.

The main border is enlivened by a vibrant fiery red enlarged abstract flowerhead band, its blossoms and petals edged with tones of ivory, cream, and soft terra cotta—creating a striking contrast to the darker field. Accents of muted ochre, warm gold, and mossy green emerge on closer inspection, adding depth and a sense of patina.

Woven in high-quality wool over a cotton foundation by settled communities of the Bakhtiari region—Shahr-Kurd and surrounding areas—this rug combines the boldness of nomadic design with the precision and density often associated with village work.

This piece embodies both strength and elegance: its contrast of deep ground and radiant border, its dynamic design balanced by traditional symmetry, makes it a commanding focal point. At once tribal, artistic, and opulent, it’s ideal for rooms that welcome a dramatic tapestry of color, pattern, and history.

This rug from the Doris Leslie Blau Collection is not only a collectible statement of refined taste and exceptional craftsmanship—it is also a rare survival of the modernist movement as interpreted through Persian textile tradition. Doris Leslie Blau offers a broad and varied pricing spectrum, accommodating collectors and designers across a range of budgets—from modest vintage finds to rare, museum-worthy masterpieces.