Mallayer / 17782

This Mallayer antique rug, measuring 196 x 353 cm, carries a softened palette of cream, brown, grey, and muted blue across a disciplined, timeworn composition. A large central medallion shapes the field, while the surrounding border traces repeating floral and geometric motifs with a steady, formal rhythm. Circa 1900 - 1915, the wool surface shows medium distress, including visible fading and wear that gently blur the pattern and deepen its tonal restraint. The overall effect is grounded and elegant, with the patina of age clearly present in the drawing and surface.