Bakhshaish / 12966

This Bakhshaish antique rug measures 8' 8" x 11' 1" and carries the layered character that defines the type, with an allover field of small floral forms, rosettes, and scattered angular accents set within a richly patterned border. The warm brown ground is softened by cream, white, muted blue, and rust, creating a faded yet expressive surface. Low distress and gentle wear leave the design legible while adding depth and patina. Circa 1895 - 1910, it reads as grounded, rhythmic, and quietly varied, with the kind of visual looseness that gives a roomed textile its enduring appeal.