Bijar / 10818

A large Bijar defined by a bold rust-red medallion set within an ivory-ground inner field and a dense, foliate arabesque. Rich brown and muted green accents sit beneath a softened wool pile that reads like an age-worn patina. Borders of repeating palmettes and guard bands frame the composition while even abrash and medium distress lend a layered, tactile surface. The piece measures 11' 3" x 16' 3" and reads as an object of sustained use and care. This antique rug balances scale and restraint, a quietly powerful example of handwork and time. Circa 1885 - 1905