An antique hand-knotted rug with a beautifully drawn geometric medallion combining tribal-inspired motifs and stylized florals, professionally antique washed to reveal a softly faded palette of blue, beige, brown, and touches of pink.
Design & Color Story
A distinctive geometric medallion anchors the composition, bringing together angular tribal motifs and more delicate stylized floral elements. The interplay between these two design languages gives the rug a wonderful balance of structure and ornament, while keeping the overall composition refined rather than overly busy.
The palette centers on muted shades of blue, beige, and brown, with subtle pink accents adding warmth and dimension. The professional antique wash has softened the colors and contrast, giving the rug an appealingly faded, timeworn character.
Craftsmanship
Hand-knotted in wool, this antique rug features a design characteristic of Malayer-style weaving, combining geometric drawing with stylized botanical motifs. The precise regional origin is uncertain, but the design vocabulary gives the piece the distinctive character associated with Malayer rugs.
Details
Antique rug
Malayer-style geometric design
Large central medallion
Combination of tribal-inspired and stylized floral motifs
Professionally antique washed
Faded, softened appearance
Hand-knotted
Wool
Blue, beige, brown, and subtle pink palette
Dimensions: 3’7″ x 5’8″
Dimensions in inches: 43″ x 68″
Dimensions in centimeters: 109 x 173 cm
Condition
Very good antique condition, with the natural variations and character expected of a rug of this age. Professionally antique washed, resulting in a beautifully softened and muted palette.
