Oversized Kirman Persian Antique Allover Floral Rug In Warm Tan Hand-Knotted Wool – Circa 1900 BB2962 14'7" × 26'0" $180,000

This oversized antique Kirman Persian rug, woven around 1900, reflects one of Persia’s most admired floral weaving traditions. Its format is formal yet inviting, combining the discipline of a classical composition with the softness of an allover botanical design.

A warm tan field provides a mellow ground for scrolling vines, palmettes, rosettes, lotus-like blossoms, and crest-shaped floral forms that repeat with measured symmetry. Rather than feeling densely packed, the drawing remains open and legible, allowing each motif to breathe while still building a rich, continuous pattern. Soft blue accents and deep navy outlines give the ornamentation crisp definition and quiet depth.

The border structure reinforces the rug’s tailored presence. A dark navy main border, populated with floral sprays and leafy meanders, frames the composition with authority, while narrower guard borders add finesse and visual balance. The result is a hand-knotted antique Persian carpet with the grandeur collectors expect from Kirman and the versatile elegance designers value in an oversized floral rug.

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.