Turkish / 12599

This Turkish runner presents a gentle, timeworn presence in wool, its broad red field mellowed to warm terracotta with cream and brown accents. A restrained central medallion and vertical vine motifs read like a faded fresco, while a richly patterned floral border holds the composition. Medium distress and soft abrash give the piece a lived-in tactility and muted contrast. The surface shows even wear and a subdued, tactile sheen that reveals the weave beneath. This antique rug measures 6' 0" x 14' 3" and carries a quiet, cultivated patina. Circa 1880 - 1900.