Malayer Antique Allover Geometric Warm Tan With Brown Hand-Knotted Wool Runner – Circa 1920 BB8907 6'6" × 17'9" $43,000

This antique Malayer rug, woven circa 1920, comes from Karabakh and shows the disciplined geometric sensibility prized in village-made Persian carpets. Its elongated proportions and quietly aged surface give it the presence of a collector’s piece that still feels highly practical in contemporary interiors.

The warm tan field is filled with an allover lattice of diamonds and trellis forms in deep brown, creating a dense, orderly rhythm across the pile. Rather than relying on a central medallion, the composition builds momentum through repetition, with softened contrast that lends the design a weathered, almost parchment-like character and deepens its antique appeal.

A narrow border of small floral and geometric motifs frames the interior with restraint, keeping the layout crisp and architectural. The hand-knotted wool construction adds warmth and visual depth, making this geometric antique rug especially suited to hallways, libraries, and other spaces where subtle pattern and earthy color can settle the room without overwhelming 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.