Bijar / 18909

This Bijar antique rug measures 11' 1" x 12' 2" and carries the dense, timeworn presence that defines the type. A rust red field is softened by cream, brown, muted grey, and pale blue, while the border frames an allover floral composition with repeating medallion-like forms and vinework. The surface shows medium wear, with faded passages and gentle abrash that lend depth rather than distraction. Circa 1920 - 1935, it feels grounded, layered, and quietly architectural, with a lived-in patina that still leaves the pattern legible. The softened surface retains a quiet, tactile character shaped by time.