Antique Polonaise Style Extra-Long Runner Rug, Gold With Florals - Rug & Kilim

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This 5x16 antique gallery runner rug is a rare collectible among Indian homages to iconic Polonaise rug designs—an exciting new … Read more This 5x16 antique gallery runner rug is a rare collectible among Indian homages to iconic Polonaise rug designs—an exciting new curation from Rug & Kilim, made with hand-knotted wool and originating from India circa 1910-1920.

On the Design:

Admirers of the craft will recognize what a special find a runner of this provenance is today, let alone an oversized piece of gallery runner proportions—among few in any collection of this sensibility. The rug displays a sophisticated all-over pattern composed of symmetrical floral motifs, palmettes, and scrolling vines — hallmarks of classical Persian design reimagined with an Eastern European lens, as connoisseurs may know in the unique history of Polonaise rugs like those that inspired this piece. The color palette is as rich, harmonious, and intentional as it is unexpected in rugs of the period—a field of gold enclosed in a mauve purple border, with the all-over florals enjoying muted shades of a vast, impressive range of hues with a fabulous sense of movement over the ochre tones. The intricately bordered frame enhances the balance and structure, making this runner an ideal statement for grand hallways or refined interiors. Rooted in centuries of heritage, this approach to the antique Polonaise rug is not merely a decorative accent but a work of art that brings depth, history, and enduring beauty to any space.

Condition:

This antique Indian runner rug further enjoys good condition for its age and origin. See less