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Antique Mahal Rug with Dark Indigo Ground and Cream Field, Circa 1930's

About the Item

This very attractive and unusual village carpet shows giant botehs outlined with acanthus arabesques, on a dark indigo ground. Two botehs at the lower end have cream fields instead of the usual dark blue. Red strip style border of octofoil cartouches and octilobe rosettes in alternation. Slight wear, but fairly good condition. Rug Size 10x13'8
  • Dimensions:
    Width: 120 in (304.8 cm)Length: 164 in (416.56 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Wool,Hand-Knotted
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1930's
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    New York, NY
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: Rug No 977811stDibs: LU8129237674412
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