Bessarabian rugs in pile and tapestry technique originating in Russian provinces as well as Ukraine and Moldova Bulgaria and Romania during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Produced under late ottoman rule, they stand right on the cusp of European and Oriental carpet weaving. Dimensions: 5' x 7'.
Many of the designs crafted in Bessarabian carpets are floral in motif and all works of the Bessarabian category are highly decorative.
Many of the designs crafted in Bessarabian carpets are floral in motif. The designs usually fit within a black or brown tone background, executed in a naturalistic western. Some pieces, in particular the flat-weaves, are woven with the distinctive Bessarabian palette in the tradition of Kilim rugs from nearby Anatolia.


Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Excellent.

Materials & Techniques:
Textile

Details:
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Pattern: Floral
Country of Origin: Unknown
Rug Construction: Hand Knotted

Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Excellent.