1920s Chinese Purple Rectangle Small Scatter Size Wool Antique - Walter Nichols Art Deco Knotted Rug
$2,000.00
| Stock number | 22466 |
| Size | 2 ft 6 in x 5 ft (0.76 m x 1.52 m) |
| Origin | Chinese |
| Age | Circa 1920 |
| Style | Chinese Art Deco, Walter Nichols |
| Materials | Wool |
| Construction | Hand Knotted Pile |
| Colors | Purple / Lavender / Mauve |
| Pattern | Floral |
1920s Chinese Purple Rectangle Small Scatter Size Wool Antique - Art Deco Knotted Rug, Circa Date: 1920s. This exceptional example of antique rugs captures the vibrant aesthetic of the Art Deco period as interpreted by Chinese weavers. The design balances traditional motifs with the bold, simplified coloration characteristic of the era, resulting in a piece of striking modernity. The deeply saturated central field is rendered in a magnificent purple tone, classifying it among our most striking examples of purple color rugs. This intense hue provides a dramatic backdrop for the stylized border, which utilizes a shimmering champagne or beige ground to frame the composition, enhancing the visual depth and contrast. The ornamentation is distinctly Art Deco, featuring elegant, cascading vines and large, simplified leaves and blossoms.