Antique Large Coral Amritsar Indian Medallion Knotted Rug
$43,000.00
| Stock number | 22882 |
| Size | 11 ft x 16 ft 10 in (3.35 m x 5.13 m) |
| Origin | India |
| Age | Circa 1890 |
| Style | Amritsar |
| Materials | Wool |
| Construction | Hand Knotted Pile |
| Colors | Coral / Salmon / Pink |
| Pattern | Allover, Floral |
Antique Large Coral Amritsar Indian Medallion Knotted Rug, Circa Date: 1890s. This exceptional Indian weaving from Amritsar represents the pinnacle of late 19th-century textile artistry, often commissioned for export to grand European and American estates. Its design adheres faithfully to the principles of classic traditional rugs, featuring a highly detailed central medallion system framed by complex, stylized arabesques. The palette is remarkably soft, characterized by a luminous, sun-bleached field of pale camel and gold. The intricate design elements are rendered in a delicate, yet vibrant, shade of coral, a highly sought-after coloration that speaks to the use of fine, natural dyes and the gentle patina accrued over more than a century.