Antique Floral Sarough Rug in Dark Red with Motif and Border

The edge of the rug is decorated with an edging (border). The border forms a excellent contrast to the center. The luxuriant flower motifs of this Sarough are elegant and varied. The graceful vegetative symbols representing flowers, leaves and branches are artfully intertwined. The background of this Sarough is dark blue. The colors dark red and dark blue dominate the overall impression. The border is dark red. This Sarough has had admirers before you. It was hand knotted about 1910. We have cleaned it thoroughly and restored it lovingly. Therefore it is in very good condition despite its age. The pile of this Sarough has been hand-knotted from high-quality virgin wool. Virgin wool is obtained through the gentle shearing of sheep. Virgin wool is a sustainable, natural raw material with a number of impressive properties; due to the wool's natural fat content, the surface repels water droplets and is thus naturally impervious to dirt. Wool also offers excellent thermal insulation, has a regulating effect on living climate and muffles sound. The weft and warp threads of this Sarough are made of cotton. This versatile material is tear-resistant and stretchable and, therefore, ideal for a durable backing fabric.