Mallayer / 21642

This Mallayer antique rug, measuring 4' 3" x 6' 4", is woven in wool and carries a softened palette of neutral beige, brown, and muted gold. The composition holds a dense allover field, framed by narrow borders with small geometric and floral motifs that read quietly through the wear. Its high distress has flattened the contrast, leaving a matte, lived-in surface with visible fading and age. Circa 1940 - 1960, it reflects the restrained character and layered texture often sought in a well-preserved antique rug. The softened surface retains a quiet, tactile character shaped by time.