Mahal / 18481

This Mahal antique rug measures 8' 3" x 12' 3" and carries an allover floral composition softened by age into a nuanced field of cream, brown, sage, and muted blue. Layered blossoms, scrolling vines, and a richly worked border create a balanced but relaxed rhythm, while the worn surface lends the design a quiet patina. Wool gives the piece a grounded handle and a naturally matte finish. Circa 1880 - 1900, it reflects the long, elegant line associated with Mahal weaving, with enough distress to feel lived-in yet still legible in pattern and colour.