Ghiordes / 17553

This Ghiordes antique rug, 3' 3" x 13' 8", presents a long, luminous field in warm yellow, framed by a dense floral border and a measured procession of stylized botanical motifs. The composition feels poised and rhythmic, with small vase-like forms and branching forms repeated along the length. Wool gives the surface a soft, worn tactility, while muted blues, corals, browns, and creams remain quietly distinct against the ground. Low distress and age-softened colour add depth without obscuring the design. Circa 1875 - 1915, it reads as an elegant, timeworn piece with balanced ornament and enduring clarity.