Antique Square Besserabian Ukraine Floral Flat Weave Rug
| Stock number | 24479 |
| Size | 7 ft 2 in x 7 ft 2 in (2.18 m x 2.18 m) |
| Origin | Ukraine |
| Age | Circa 1890 |
| Style | Bessarabian |
| Materials | Wool |
| Construction | Flat Weave |
| Colors | Brown Earth Tone |
| Pattern | Floral |
Antique Square Besserabian Ukraine Floral Flat Weave Rug, Country of Origin: Ukraine, Circa Date: 1890s. This exceptional square Besserabian flat weave, or Kilim, exemplifies the sophisticated textile artistry emerging from Western Ukraine during the late 19th century. These pieces, often influenced by French Neoclassical and Empire styles, brought European courtly aesthetics into Eastern European weaving traditions. The design is dominated by highly detailed naturalistic floral motifs, rendered with an almost tapestry-like precision. A central wreath of lush roses and small blue forget-me-nots frames an interior field (which appears to bear initials, perhaps "VM" or "ZM"), while thick, scrolling garlands fill the corners and borders, creating a sense of opulent abundance typical of the period's decorative arts.