Mallayer / 24671

This Mallayer antique rug measures 157 x 493 cm and unfolds in a long, slender format with a vivid blue centre framed by softened cream and neutral borders. Floral-geometric motifs move across the field in a steady cadence, while the outer bands provide a more restrained architectural edge. The pile shows low distress, with age-softened colour, light fading, and visible wear that enrich the surface. Circa 1915 - 1930, it reflects the nuanced balance of detail, atmosphere, and patina often associated with Mallayer rugs. The softened surface retains a quiet, tactile character shaped by time.