Mallayer / 24518

This Mallayer antique rug, measuring 6' 5" x 11' 7", carries a softened allover paisley field framed by layered borders and narrow ornamental guards. The palette settles into neutral ground, faded turquoise, muted green, brown, and rust, with a washed surface that lends the design a quiet, lived-in rhythm. Visible medium wear, gentle fading, and subtle tonal variation give the composition depth without losing its structure. Circa 1900 - 1915, it reflects the grounded elegance often associated with Mallayer weaving, where pattern and patina work together in measured balance. The softened surface retains a quiet, tactile character shaped by time.