mallayer / 29866

This mallayer antique rug measures 3' 10" x 16' 4" and presents a long, architectural field of stacked medallions in teal, rust, brown, and cream. The composition is tightly organized, with a fine floral lattice set within stepped octagonal forms, then relieved by ivory breaks and angular accents that give the whole piece a steady cadence. A narrow border system frames the design with quiet restraint. Circa 1890 - 1905, its low wear and softened palette lend a grounded, lived-in clarity without diminishing the intricacy of the drawing. The softened surface retains a quiet, tactile character shaped by time.