Antique Malayer Persian Floral Allover Warm Tan Hand-Knotted Wool Rug – Circa 1920 BB8458 10'5" × 14'7" $43,000

This antique Persian Malayer rug, hand-knotted in wool circa 1920, reflects the refined village weaving tradition of western Persia. Its composition reads as a framed floral field rather than a rigid medallion layout, giving the piece a relaxed, collected character.

The warm tan ground is softened by layers of beige, taupe, camel, and brown, with low-contrast ornament that seems to emerge and recede across the surface. Inside the border, stylized palmettes, small blossoms, vine fragments, and foliate forms unfold in an irregular rhythm, while the broad floral guard still preserves a sense of order. The worn drawing and gentle abrashed patina lend the motifs an atmospheric, time-softened clarity.

That balance of structure and looseness is what makes the rug especially versatile. It carries the elegance associated with Kashan-inspired Persian design, yet remains distinctly Malayer in its more open, understated handling. In a room, it brings warmth, texture, and historic depth without overpowering the furnishings around it.

A treasured piece from the expansive Doris Leslie Blau collection, this antique rug embodies the gallery's longstanding commitment to sourcing carpets of exceptional artistry and historical significance. DLB offers a vast selection of antique, vintage, and contemporary rugs, welcoming collectors and designers at every level.