Mallayer / 21646

This Mallayer antique rug measures 173 x 366 cm and presents a muted study in neutral, white, and cream. A central diamond medallion anchors the field, while softened geometric bands and narrow borders create a layered, quietly ordered composition. The wool surface shows high distress, with substantial fading and a time-worn hand that has reduced the motif to a delicate trace. Circa 1920 - 1945, it speaks to the understated character of Mallayer rugs, where age, abrasion, and pattern come together in a calm, heritage-led register. The softened surface retains a quiet, tactile character shaped by time.