Rare Yellow Background Large Scale Antique Persian Serapi 19th Century Rug 46378

Antique Persian Serapi Rug, Country of Origin: Persia, Circa Date: Late 19th Century – This sophisticated and beautifully styled antique Persian Serapi rug features an archetypal border pattern set over a narrow, elongated field. The large-format pattern includes dramatic turtles, meandering vine scrolls and poly chrome Saz leaves with contrasting outlines. These grand motifs are balanced by tiny rosettes, geometric stars and minor protection symbols that are set against the robust camel-colored ground. Delicate outer borders filled with colorful cruciform motifs and narrow inner borders filled with undulating vine scrolls create a colorful frame that links the fluid curvilinear floral motifs and the rustic angular symbols that are featured in this elegant antique Persian Serapi rug.