Mallayer / 11732

A Mallayer medallion woven in wool, this antique rug presents an intimate, time-softened palette of coral red, deep navy and teal green across a floral vine field. The central medallion reads like a carved motif, its scalloped cartouches and surrounding arabesques articulated with restrained colour and fine scale. Low distress reveals even abrash and a velvety surface texture that invites close inspection without dramatic losses. The composed borders retain crisp palmettes and geometric accents. Circa 1880 - 1895. Measurements: 6' 5" x 9' 9". The softened surface retains a quiet, tactile character shaped by time.