Mallayer / 18926

This Mallayer antique rug measures 3' 3" x 11' 7" and carries a long, graceful field of layered medallion and floral ornament in softened cream and faded blue tones. The composition feels disciplined yet airy, with a narrow border sequence that adds rhythm without interrupting the vertical flow. Worn high points, gentle fading, and abrash-like variation give the surface a lived-in patina that suits its age. Circa 1910 - 1940, it reads as a thoughtful example of restrained colour and timeworn character, with the wool pile retaining enough contrast to keep the pattern legible.