Antique Persian Floral Allover Warm Tan Hand-Knotted Wool Rug – Circa 1880 BB7436 4'8" × 6'7" $5,500

This antique Persian Senneh rug, woven circa 1880, is a finely hand-knotted wool piece from western Iran, valued for the crisp drawing and compact weave associated with the Senneh tradition.

Its warm tan field is divided into a disciplined compartmental layout, each framed panel holding stylized animal scenes in navy blue, terracotta, cream, light beige, and brick red. The repeated imagery creates a measured rhythm, while the octagonal and rectangular cartouches lend the composition an architectural clarity. The effect is pictorial rather than purely floral, with a distinctly Victorian-inflected character layered onto a Persian foundation.

A dark, densely ornamented border of rosettes, boteh-like forms, and small geometric details encloses the field, sharpening the contrast and giving the rug a formal finish. The fine weave preserves the intricacy of the drawing, making this antique Persian rug especially compelling for interiors that can support narrative pattern, historic color, and a strong decorative focal point.

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.