About This Rug
This hand-knotted Indian wool rug presents an intricate all-over floral design on an ivory ground. Attributed to circa 1970s, it combines palmettes, rosettes and curling leafy stems in a richly detailed composition.
Measuring approximately 248.9 × 312.4 cm, the rug offers generous proportions without relying on a dominant central medallion. Its continuous pattern distributes interest across the field rather than concentrating it in one focal point.
All-Over Floral Drawing
Large palmettes alternate with rounded rosettes and smaller blossoms, connected by slender scrolling stems. Serrated leaves and curved tendrils fill the spaces between the larger motifs.
The arrangement creates a balanced rhythm while allowing individual flowers to vary in shape and colour. Some blossoms have radiating petals, while others open into broader, layered forms.
Fine dark outlines distinguish the floral details from the pale ground. Small burgundy accents appear within selected flower centres, adding depth without overwhelming the otherwise muted palette.
Ivory and Muted Colour
The ivory field brings a light appearance to the densely patterned surface. Beige and taupe form a gentle foundation for sage, blue-grey and dusty mauve details.
These closely related tones allow the design to remain intricate without creating a stark contrast. Darker outlines provide definition, while the smaller coloured accents become more apparent at close range.
The photographs show changes in brightness across the pile, including areas photographed in direct sunlight and shadow. Subtle surface shading is also reported in the supplied condition details.
Coordinating Floral Borders
A broad floral border repeats the field’s palmettes, rosettes and leafy stems. Its related colours create a coordinated frame rather than a sharply contrasting outer band.
Narrow patterned guard borders separate the main border from the field and outer edge. These smaller repeating elements give the large composition additional definition.
Material and Period
The rug is described as handmade, hand-knotted wool. A folded-corner photograph shows the floral drawing continuing through the patterned reverse.
Indian origin and the circa-1970s dating are supplied attributions. Kashan-style refers to the decorative design, not the place of manufacture.
Condition
Good overall vintage condition is reported, with light age-related surface wear and subtle pile shading. The fringes are uneven and lightly worn, with some tangled or longer strands visible.
Please review the overall photographs, border details and reverse view for surface texture, end finishing and minor irregularities.
Key Details
Origin: India,
Period: Circa 1970s,
Style: Kashan-style floral design
Material: Wool
Technique: Handmade, hand-knotted
Dimensions: Approximately 248.9 × 312.4 cm; 8.17 × 10.25 ft
Design: All-over floral scrollwork, palmettes and rosettes without a dominant central medallion
Border: Broad coordinating floral border with narrow patterned guard borders
Colours: Ivory, beige, taupe, sage, blue-grey, dusty mauve and burgundy
Condition: Good overall vintage condition; light surface wear, subtle pile shading and uneven, lightly worn fringes
SKU: 1B1016
Why It’s Special
The uninterrupted floral pattern makes this rug adaptable to furniture arrangements that cover part of the centre. Its pale ground and muted accents suit a living room, dining space or bedroom.
One Royal Art
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