1920s Portuguese Rug With Allover Floral Design

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This charming 1920s Portuguese rug features a delicate allover floral composition rendered in a beautifully restrained antique palette. Measuring approximately … Read more This charming 1920s Portuguese rug features a delicate allover floral composition rendered in a beautifully restrained antique palette. Measuring approximately 7'4" × 10'11", the carpet presents scattered bouquets, individual blossoms, leafy sprigs, and small floral motifs arranged across a warm ivory and cream field.

The floral decoration is woven primarily in soft blue, slate blue, muted navy, pale aqua, golden yellow, and ochre, creating a light and elegant appearance. Rather than employing a dominant central medallion, the design relies on a repeating field of small-scale flowers, giving the rug an airy quality particularly well suited to both traditional and contemporary interiors.

A distinctive geometric floral border frames the field, alternating dark blue flower-like motifs with elongated golden-yellow cartouches. Pale blue guard borders and a wider blue outer edge complete the composition.

The surface displays the beautifully softened character expected from an approximately century-old textile. Visible wear, areas of discoloration, fading, old repairs, surface irregularities, and variations in the weave contribute to its authentic antique appearance. See less