Khotan / 12918

A restrained Khotan woven in wool, rendered in soft cream and muted blush with touches of light blue. Three round medallions travel the generous field, which sits within multiple guard borders of diagonal banding and small geometric motifs. The textile shows even fading and a tactile patina, with medium distress introducing gentle abrash and softened edges across the weave. The overall effect is calm and papered, the quiet palette allowing the geometry to read like a faded drawing. This antique rug measures 259 x 523 cm and carries an assured, aged presence. Circa 1900 - 1920.