Meshad Persian Antique Floral Allover Cream Beige Hand-Knotted Wool Rug – Circa 1900 BB7472 11'4" × 16'9" $60,000

This antique Persian Meshad rug, circa 1900, is a hand-knotted wool carpet from one of northeastern Persia’s most respected weaving traditions. Its formal allover composition balances a restrained sense of order with richly layered botanical detail, creating a piece that feels collected and quietly architectural rather than ornate.

The muted beige field is densely worked with mirrored vine-scrolls, rosettes, palmettes, and foliate sprays gathered around a subtle central medallion. Dark outlines sharpen the pattern, while dusty blue and olive accents add depth against the softened ground. The result is an elegant floral field that reads clearly from across a room yet rewards close inspection.

A broad border with repeating blossoms and leafy motifs frames the design and reinforces its symmetry. Gentle age has mellowed the palette into cream, taupe, charcoal, and faded blue, lending the rug a refined patina well suited to classic interiors, formal seating areas, and layered contemporary spaces.

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.