Kysari / 15653

This Kysari antique rug, measuring 4' 0" x 5' 6", is rendered in silk with a restrained palette of neutral beige, cream, red, and soft white. A tall prayer-form composition anchors the design, with a stepped mihrab, floral framing, and a richly patterned border that reads with quiet density rather than excess. The central field shows a measured patina and gentle wear, allowing the older colours to settle into a warm, luminous surface. Circa 1875 - 1890, it carries the calm, time-softened presence that defines a well-kept antique rug. The softened surface retains a quiet, tactile character shaped by time.