A Serapi rendered in deep navy and warm rust, this wool antique rug displays a commanding central medallion framed by ivory spandrels and a rosette-filled red border. The palette balances saturated gold accents with softer neutrals and touches of teal, creating a layered, tactile surface. Low distress preserves crisp patterning while a restrained aged patina lends depth to the colours. The piece reads as both architectural and organic, its motifs resolved with measured symmetry. Circa 1885 - 1900. Size 10' 0" x 12' 1". The softened surface retains a quiet, tactile character shaped by time.