These 19th and early 20th century rugs noted for their sturdiness and unobtrusive charm have a characteristic pattern (known commercially as the mīr design) of the small, complex leaf (both) or leaf forms in diagonal rows, their tips pointed alternately in opposite directions. A geometric vine with similar leaf forms usually occupies the principal border stripe. There may be geometric cornerpieces or perhaps a small, similarly geometric central medallion. Light brown and ivory are used as ground colors, as well as the usual saraband red. The knotting is symmetrical, on a cotton foundation. Large saraband rugs are narrow rather than of room dimensions.