This is a beautiful rug and looks lovely. It deserves the 5 star rating and should be a top contender. However, I believe that the description of the rug is in desperate need of revision and the buyer must be wary for that reason. The color of the rug is absolutely a blue overtone with strong muted reds. It is a southwestern style pattern, absolutely gorgeous, but not a traditional oriental as an American buyer would expect, especially with the color scheme. The final thing to be aware of is it is very thin, and has virtually no pile. Having said all of that, none of these things are actually negatives. It is a gorgeous rug with a beautiful pattern well spaced and while "aged or distressed" it is one of the better jobs I have ever seen. It genuinely looks like it has been sitting in a room for ages but lovingly cared for. With the right decor this rug is a show stopper!