Khotan / 12187

This Khotan, measured at 122 x 216 cm, is a wool antique rug defined by an indigo central medallion and a softened cream ground. The pattern couples palmettes and vine-like ornament with a series of narrow guards, the blue and neutral palette mellowed by even abrash and surface wear. Edges show light fraying and the pile has softened, contributing a tactile, lived-in quality to the design. Circa 1900 - 1920, the rug reads as an early 20th century handwoven piece where the colour contrasts remain clear despite medium distress and gentle fading across the field.