1920s Room Size Chinese Wool Knotted Red Rectangle - Art Deco Antique Rug
| Stock number | 25932 |
| Size | 9 ft x 11 ft 9 in (2.74 m x 3.58 m) |
| Origin | Chinese |
| Age | Circa 1920 |
| Style | Chinese Art Deco, Walter Nichols |
| Materials | Wool |
| Construction | Hand Knotted Pile |
| Colors | Red / Rust |
| Pattern | Allover, Floral |
1920s Room Size Chinese Wool Knotted Red Rectangle - Art Deco Antique Rug, Circa Date: 1920s. This exceptional Chinese Art Deco piece captures the transition between traditional Eastern iconography and the bold, modern aesthetics emerging in the West. The intricate, densely packed composition is a masterful example of the sophisticated weaving techniques employed during this era, making it a highly desirable addition to any collection of antique rugs. The dominant field color is a striking, saturated shade of deep red, providing a vibrant backdrop for the complex pictorial narrative. This rich hue is characteristic of the period's preference for strong, emotive colors, contrasting beautifully with the secondary palette of jade greens, sapphire blues, and ochre yellows used in the detailed landscape elements.