Navy blue field with repeating medallion and rosette design elements, ivory guard border with crab motif.

3 ft. 7 in. x 13 ft. 9 in.

From the Estate of the late Owen Russel Best Jr., of Charlottesville, Virginia An electrical engineer by profession, Owen Best's long-time passion for and knowledge of horses, horse drawn carriages, and antiques led to his position of Curatorial Services and as Director of the Carriage Museum at Morven Estate, Charlottesvile, Virginia. John Kluge, the owner of the museum and estate, expressed indebtedness to Owen’s expertise, his commitment to the development of the Carriage Museum and his attention to the many details associated with it.

One end with loss up to major border; multiple areas of repair; low pile; wear to foundation.