Room Size Antique Light Ivory Color Floral Flatwoven Bessarabian Kilim Rug
$23,000.00
| Stock number | 25520 |
| Size | 7 ft 6 in x 11 ft (2.29 m x 3.35 m) |
| Origin | Romania |
| Age | Circa 1890 |
| Style | Bessarabian |
| Materials | Wool |
| Construction | Flat Weave |
| Colors | Ivory Beige Cream White |
| Pattern | Allover, Floral |
Antique Bessarabian Romania Ivory 1890s Rug, Circa Date: 1890s. This exceptional example of European-influenced weaving originates from the Bessarabian region of Caucasus, representing the finest tradition of antique rugs produced during the late 19th century. Its distinctive tapestry construction, known for its light weight and fine detail, aligns it stylistically with the grand textile traditions of France. The composition is defined by its strikingly elegant and luminous ivory field, which provides a sophisticated canvas for the highly stylized floral bouquets. The palette employs soft, muted pastels—pale rose, taupe, and subtle sage—lending the piece a delicate, romantic aesthetic characteristic of neoclassical taste. Unlike traditional pile carpets, this Bessarabian piece is a fine tapestry weave, allowing the intricate design to achieve remarkable graphic clarity.