It’s a beautiful rug. It can be hard to find a rug that is actually white and not off white.  This rug is black and white as described.  4 stars because there are 2 places on the rug that has noticeable white threads out of place.  But other than that it is thick and nice quality. 9x12 arrived folded in half but laid flat very easily.  I feel comfortable recommending this rug.