Malayer Persian Antique Allover Light Gray Hand-Knotted Wool Rug – Circa 1920 BB9034 11'6" × 16'5" $32,000

This antique Persian Malayer rug, woven circa 1920 in western Persia, is a hand-knotted wool carpet with the compact, allover rhythm for which the region is prized. Its densely worked surface is composed of a small-scale trellis of boteh-like floral forms, creating a disciplined pattern that feels both traditional and quietly modern.

The field is rendered in a rich brick red and softened by age into a beautifully worn, lived-in tone. Across it, navy blue, muted teal, soft beige, and ivory accents give the repeat subtle definition, while the slightly varied drawing preserves the human touch of the loom. The effect is textured rather than ornate, with movement emerging from repetition.

A restrained border system frames the composition with neat geometric and scrolling details, allowing the field to carry most of the visual weight. This antique Malayer Persian rug brings depth, warmth, and a collected sensibility to interiors, especially where an authentic allover rug is desired to anchor a room with pattern and patina.

A rare piece from the Doris Leslie Blau collection, this antique rug exemplifies superior artistry, historic character, and timeless sophistication. DLB is internationally recognized for offering exceptional antique, vintage, and contemporary rugs of remarkable quality and provenance.