Mallayer / 14912

This Mallayer antique rug measures 3' 2" x 16' 2", with a long, slender field rendered in faded blue and ivory, touched by rust, camel, and charcoal. The composition carries an allover floral lattice, small medallion repeats, and a finely worked border that frames the format with quiet discipline. Time has softened the drawing into a beautifully worn surface, with visible fading and abrash that add depth rather than distraction. Circa 1880 - 1900, it reflects the restrained elegance and layered texture that define a well-kept antique rug. The softened surface retains a quiet, tactile character shaped by time.