1900s Wool Antique Hand Knotted Pile Blue Rectangle Rug
$9,800.00
| Stock number | 24937 |
| Size | 5 ft 1 in x 7 ft 8 in (1.55 m x 2.34 m) |
| Origin | Chinese |
| Age | Circa 1900 |
| Style | Peking |
| Materials | Wool |
| Construction | Hand Knotted Pile |
| Colors | Blue |
| Pattern | Allover, Floral |
1900s Wool Antique Hand Knotted Pile Blue Rectangle Rug, Circa Date: 1900s. This exquisite example of early 20th-century weaving showcases the refined aesthetic of Chinese design. The dense, hand-knotted wool pile presents a deeply saturated indigo field, providing a dramatic backdrop for the delicate ornamentation. This piece is characteristic of the finest antique rugs produced during this period of cultural transition. The central medallion area is intentionally sparse, allowing the rich, velvety blue to dominate. Scattered across the field are highly stylized bouquets featuring birds perched on flowering branches, rendered in soft ivory, pale blue, and subtle pink tones. The use of a deep, almost midnight blue color rugs creates a striking visual depth, a hue often favored in Chinese textiles for its symbolic resonance.