Kirman Persian Antique Floral Allover Warm Tan Hand-Knotted Wool Rug – Circa 1900 BB5568 10'2" × 15'8" $70,000

This antique Persian Kirman carpet, woven around 1900 in Iran, belongs to one of the most admired traditions in Persian rug making. As a hand-knotted antique rug, it reflects the formal elegance for which Kirman weaving is prized, while remaining grounded in a distinctly decorative, lived-in warmth.

The warm tan field is organized into a compartmented allover floral arrangement, with repeated vase and tree forms rising in vertical registers. Pale blue and celadon accents cool the composition, while dusty rose, soft gold, and dark brown details keep the pattern lively. The result is a trellis-like rhythm that feels both ordered and floral, with abundant botanical drawing across every panel.

A well-defined border frames the field with scrolling blossoms, palmettes, and fine guard stripes, giving the rug a polished architectural finish. Its restrained palette and repeating structure make it especially versatile for traditional interiors, yet the soft coloration also lends itself beautifully to transitional rooms seeking an antique Persian carpet with grace and character.

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.