Lot Essay
The 'Cartouche' border in this example is easily the best known border type and possibly later than the two other 'Lotto' rugs offered in this sale as lots 424 and 432. Although it is the most generally used design, this example is rare in that the ground colour of the border is a shaded yellow not the more typical indigo.
For a further brief discussion on 'Lotto' rugs see lot 424.
For a further brief discussion on 'Lotto' rugs see lot 424.