4x6.5 Distressed Antique Malayer Rug

4x6.5 Distressed Antique Malayer Rug:: Oversized herati motif flanking a navy blue field wrapped by minor borders in repeating meandering flower motif. Unique geometric character to the main border which showcases splayed floral arrangements and similar herati style relief. The herati design has roots in Persian literature and folklore as a playful interpretation of two fish chasing each other around the world: more traditionally known as the "mahi mahi" design. Therefore, in a

with the issues being light spot stains and slight browning allover the dress form and some slight bubbling of the linen mainly on the form's sides and around the chest

:: Lovely and very cool antique (circa 1930-early 1940's

quite the gem

Full size measures 11

hand painted with a nice array of black

The wool is healthy and supple

great quality wool with dense weave and great durability

Borders embody a burnt brick color

very good condition with small imperfections and signs of use

Size 2'7" x 6'6"

Very subtle overcast of a soft oxidized green

Large ornate center medallion in shades of celadon green