Vintage Striped Pale Sand Hand-Knotted Wool Carpet Persian BB8141 5'0" × 8'3" $6,000

This vintage Persian kilim rug brings the clarity of a traditional flat-weave into a quietly contemporary register. Handwoven in wool, it is defined by a field of narrow vertical stripes rather than a central medallion or formal border, giving the piece an easy, architectural read within the Persian weaving tradition.

Pale sand provides the foundation for alternating bands of slate gray, charcoal, olive, and dusty rose. The palette feels soft and weathered, while the subtle irregularity of the yarn introduces a pleasing, textural movement across the surface. Instead of decorative flourish, the design relies on rhythm and restraint, allowing the stripes to create depth through color shift and abrash-like variation.

That understated composition makes the rug especially versatile for interiors that favor calm structure and layered warmth. It can anchor a modern seating area, soften a minimalist room, or bring a relaxed, artisanal note to a more eclectic setting. As a vintage wool kilim from Persia, it offers the balance of everyday livability and collected character that designers value in decorative rugs.

Curated by Doris Leslie Blau, this vintage rug represents the enduring beauty and craftsmanship that have defined the gallery since its establishment in 1965. Doris Leslie Blau is celebrated worldwide for sourcing extraordinary rugs ranging from accessible vintage finds to rare collector-quality masterpieces.