This handmade antique wool rug from circa the 1920s features a vivid red field filled with flowering stems and rosettes. Graceful blue-green leaves add movement to the richly patterned composition. A delicate central floral medallion sits within an elongated, scalloped pale-grey outline, giving the design an elegant structure.
Design and Craftsmanship
The central medallion provides a gentle focal point rather than dominating the surrounding floral pattern. Its elongated inner frame draws the eye along the rug, while scalloped edges soften the composition.
Flowering stems and rosettes fill the red field with smaller details. The leaves introduce flowing lines among the blossoms, creating a design that rewards both distant viewing and close attention. This interplay gives the compact rug considerable decorative interest.
Colour and Borders
Pink, ivory and turquoise details brighten the warm red ground. Pale grey provides a softer contrast around the medallion, defining its outline without creating a heavy division.
Muted gold introduces another warm note, while dark brown adds depth to the palette. Narrow floral borders frame the design without overwhelming the centre. Their restrained proportions allow the flowering field and scalloped outline to remain the main visual features.
Material and Character
Hand-knotted in wool, this piece combines handmade construction with the character of an antique rug dating to circa the 1920s. Its appeal comes from the relationship between the detailed floral pattern and the compact format.
Measuring 87 × 151 cm, it can introduce colour beside a bed or beneath a small occasional table. In a study, the red field offers a warm counterpoint to wood furniture. The smaller scale also allows its central outline to remain visible in a carefully arranged seating corner.
Condition
Good overall condition, with light age-related wear. This wear is disclosed as part of the rug’s present condition. Please review the photographs carefully for a closer assessment of the pile, edges and ends. No additional condition claims are made beyond the details supplied.
Key Details
Dimensions: 87 × 151 cm, approximately 2.85 × 4.95 ft
Period: Circa 1920s
Material: Wool
Construction: Handmade, hand-knotted
Design: Floral medallion, scalloped inner frame, flowering vines and narrow floral borders
Colours: Red, pink, ivory, pale grey, turquoise, dark brown and muted gold
Condition: Good overall, with light age-related wear
SKU: 1C1297
Why It's Special
The elongated scalloped outline gives this rug a distinctive structure within its abundant floral field. Pale grey, turquoise and pink introduce delicate contrasts against the vivid red. It brings an expressive antique pattern to a space without requiring a large floor area.
One Royal Art
At One Royal Art, we curate distinctive antique pieces with care. This handmade wool rug brings floral detail and individual character to a thoughtfully collected home. Thank you for visiting our store.
