Antique early ivory ground prayer rug. Not your typical cookie cutter example. Unusual in palette and drawing. Very saturated natural colors featuring a rich deep red and an intense natural pink. Large variation in lattice elements including some most unusual geometric devices along with a symphony of floral elements. Highest quality wool. Unfortunately, damaged with wear and tears as shown. Recent wash but not repaired. Rises above the type. ca. 1860. 3'9" x 4'5"