Antique Indian Dhurrie Rug, Country of Origin: India, Circa Date: Early 20th Century – Woven in India, this antique Indian dhurrie rug is decorated with high-impact patterns rendered with an inventive low-contrast color palette. This elegant flat-woven dhurrie from India features ancient protection symbols and geometric motifs woven in a tasteful combination of chic pastels, including various shades of beige, vanilla, ecru, khaki and platinum gray. Multiple sets of borders, including latch-hooks and protection symbols, create a formal fame for the sophisticated field while simple flat-woven ends highlight the traditional construction methods that make Indian Dhurrie rugs so practical and versatile. Geometric patterns, latch-hooks, crenelated fence motifs and serrated lozenge medallions based around angular star figures emphasize the beauty of these traditional flat-woven patterns while incorporating modern influences fitting for its creation during the early part of the 20th century.
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Antique Cotton Indian Dhurrie Rug 44919
Size: 9 ft 4 in x 16 ft 9 in (2.84 m x 5.11 m)
Origin: India Rugs
Style: Dhurrie Rugs
This antique Indian Dhurrie features a double medallion decorated with traditional geometric patterns rendered in a dreamy combination of chic pastels.