Serapi / 14801

This Serapi antique rug measures 10' 4" x 12' 3" and is woven in wool with a grounded palette of rust red, brown, ivory, and sand. The composition centers on a stepped medallion framed by a dense field of angular floral and geometric motifs, while the borders carry crisp, folk-inspired ornament with a steady rhythmic cadence. Medium wear has softened the contrast and given the surface a calm, timeworn character. Circa 1885 - 1900, it reflects the bold structure and refined abrasion that make Serapi rugs so enduring. The softened surface retains a quiet, tactile character shaped by time.