1930s Rectangleval Chinese – Peking Knotted Wool Ivory Antique Room Size Rug, Circa Date: 1930s. This exceptional Peking piece exemplifies the elegance of early 20th-century Chinese weaving. Its unusual “rectangleval” shape—a softened rectangle with rounded ends—makes it a highly sought-after room size rug suitable for grand dining rooms or formal living spaces.
The luxurious, hand-knotted wool pile features a dominant field color of warm ivory, subtly shifting toward a soft tan patina due to age. This expansive, neutral ground provides a calming foundation, typical of the sophisticated Art Deco aesthetic favored in China during this period, allowing the unique shape and contrasting border to define the composition.
A thin, deep navy border frames the piece, providing a striking visual contrast to the luminous field. Within the border, delicate blue and teal stylized floral motifs create a continuous, meandering vine pattern. These restrained, flowing elements reflect the transitional design language bridging traditional Chinese iconography with Western Art Deco simplicity.
Woven in the renowned Peking tradition, this rug represents the pinnacle of Chinese textile artistry from the 1930s. Its superb condition and unique form ensure it remains a significant example among high-quality antique rugs, offering both historical value and timeless decorative appeal for the discerning collector.
