The others reviews do this rug justice in defining every detail about it. My husband, who is very, very selective has called it a beautiful rug several times. Since we are going w/ basic white walls accented w/ vintage patterned crown molding in the ceilings, we decided to purchase the rug for our sense of art and attn to the floor. Read other reviews abt detail, shedding in the beginning (as do all rugs), and the all over exquisite beauty of the rug. We love it. Enjoy!