BAKHSHAISH / 22654

This BAKHSHAISH antique rug measures 335 x 498 cm and presents an allover field of geometric floral forms in red, blue, ivory, and softened green. Stepped medallions, rosettes, and a narrow inner guard border are set within a broader angular border, creating a composition that remains lively even through visible ageing. The surface shows low distress, with faded areas, abrash, and a mellowed pile that soften the contrasts across the field. Circa 1900 - 1925, it captures the grounded rhythm and decorative complexity associated with the BAKHSHAISH name, with a presence shaped as much by wear as by pattern.