Distressed Antique Persian Mashhad Rug with Modern Rustic Style 13'00 x 16'05. This hand-knotted wool distressed antique Persian Mashhad rug features a sixteen point Mashhad starburst medallion anchored with a palmette pendant at either end. The grandeur starburst medallion takes center stage while palmettes extend from the medallion. Enclosing the medallion are dramatic, deep and elaborate corner spandrels boasting baroque elements as it sets the stage for a bounty of blooming palmettes and botanical motifs. It is enclosed with a Herati border flanked with a series of inner and outer floral meander guard borders pulling together colors from throughout into a unified, harmonious design. Subtle accents of color depict the charismatic florals throughout and contrast enigmatically with warm red colored field. Decorative palmettes and the masterful color combinations continue in the intricate borders. The detail of every flower, leaf and blossom reveal an astonishing level of precisi