Khotan / 15343

This Khotan antique rug, 4' 4" x 8' 4", presents a balanced field of floral roundels, geometric corner details, and a dark central medallion set against a warm ivory ground. The border structure adds rhythm through meander and key-like motifs, while the wool pile shows medium wear and a softly aged surface that has mellowed the contrast. Circa 1880 - 1900, the composition reads with quiet clarity, combining restrained colour with decorative intricacy and a grounded, well-lived hand. The softened surface retains a quiet, tactile character shaped by time. Subtle tonal variation keeps the drawing legible and grounded.