Kirman Persian Antique Allover Soft Beige Hand-Knotted Wool Rug – Circa 1900 BB6407 12'8" × 18'0" $95,000

This antique Persian Kirman rug, woven circa 1900 in the celebrated Kerman tradition, is a hand-knotted wool carpet with a formal allover composition. Its soft beige ground is animated by dusty blue, teal, and muted terracotta, creating a restrained palette that feels both historic and highly adaptable. The result is a refined example of Persian carpet weaving that balances symmetry with warmth.

The field is arranged as a compartmented garden, with repeated panels of flowering branches, stylized trees, palmettes, and lattice accents. A narrow vertical axis and horizontal band organize the design, giving the rug an architectural clarity while the floral scenes keep it lyrical and layered. The effect is orderly, yet never severe.

A series of borders, from the finely detailed main border to the quieter guard bands, frames the composition with rosettes, vines, and small botanical motifs. Softened by age, the drawing retains remarkable definition, and the gentle patina enhances the depth of the blues against the calm, sun-washed beige field. It is well suited to formal rooms, libraries, or a collected dining space.

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.