Object: Vintage Louis de Poortere "Samarkand" or "Antalia" Collection Wool Runner Rug This rug adorned the hallway of an elegant downtown Budapest apartment for several decades, serving as a perfect complement to the classical furniture and contemporary art. Its owner, an elderly lady, cared for it greatly, having it professionally cleaned by hand every year. The Louis de Poortere brand represented quality and timeless design for her, and this piece faithfully reflects the mid-20th-century aspiration to bring the warmth and beauty of Eastern culture into modern European homes. It is now looking for a new home where it can continue to tell its story. Beautiful, vintage Louis de Poortere machine-woven runner rug, dating from the second half of the 20th century (likely 1970s or 1980s). This Belgian masterpiece evokes the authentic design of classic, hand-knotted Caucasian and Persian rugs, featuring a distinctive, stylized tree of life motif in the central terracotta/orange field, and a richly decorated dark blue border The rug is made from 100% pure new wool pile on a cotton foundation, which guarantees durability and a pleasant feel. It has a flat-woven structure, produced on Louis de Poortere's jacquard Wilton looms Condition: The rug is in excellent, well-maintained condition relative to its age. The colours are vibrant, the pile shows minimal, even wear consistent with use, but there are no tears, stains, or significant damage. It is clean and ready for immediate use. Dimensions: Length: 192 cm] Width: [92 cm] Note: The images are an integral part of the description; please examine them carefully.