Mallayer / 16926

This Mallayer antique rug, measuring 3' 6" x 11' 7", presents a long, timeworn field in softened blue, cream, and white, anchored by a disciplined border arrangement and quiet geometric ornament. Repeating medallion forms and floral traces move down the length of the composition, while the wool pile shows a gentle fade that lends the surface a calm, dusty patina. Circa 1895 - 1930, it carries the visual restraint and layered detail associated with this tradition, with medium distress that speaks to age without overwhelming the design. The softened surface retains a quiet, tactile character shaped by time.