Antique Kirman Persian Floral Allover In Slate Gray, Hand-Knotted Wool Rug – Circa 1900 BB5588 13'3" × 19'1" $140,000

This antique Persian Kirman carpet, woven circa 1900, belongs to the celebrated floral tradition of Kerman in southeastern Persia. Hand-knotted in wool, it reflects the city’s reputation for refined drawing, balanced composition, and a distinctly elegant sense of proportion.

A slate gray ground supports an allover botanical design of palmettes, rosettes, lotus blossoms, and delicate vinery, arranged around a softly articulated medallion-and-trellis structure. The repeat feels generous rather than dense, so the pattern breathes across the field while retaining a formal, collected character. Warm camel, burnt orange, olive, and muted indigo accents enliven the surface without disturbing its calm tone.

A clear border hierarchy frames the field with scrolling floral tendrils and smaller guard bands, lending the rug architectural definition. Its gently worn drawing and low-contrast palette give it an understated depth, making it especially well suited to large interiors where a Persian antique rug can anchor seating areas and introduce historical richness without visual heaviness.

Part of Doris Leslie Blau's grand collection, this antique rug stands as a testament to the enduring beauty of traditional weaving artistry. Renowned for its curated selection of the world's finest rugs, DLB offers pieces ranging from accessible vintage treasures to rare, museum-worthy masterpieces for discerning collectors and designers alike.