Floral Hand Knotted Pile Antique Rectangle Red 1920s Wool Rug, Circa Date: 1920s. This exquisite piece, dating from the height of the Art Deco era, showcases a deeply saturated field color. The rich, velvety wool pile is rendered in a striking hue, best described as red, providing a luxurious and dramatic backdrop for the stylized botanical elements.
Characteristic of the period’s blending of Western Deco aesthetics with traditional Chinese motifs, the design features large, open sprays of flowers. These gracefully trailing vines and blossoms, rendered in soft golds, pale greens, and subtle taupes, exemplify the bold, yet refined use of floral rugs popular in the 1920s and 1930s.
Hand-knotted using high-quality wool, the textile possesses a substantial handle and a plush, resilient texture. Its dimensions classify it as a small scatter size, fitting the size of 3ft x 4.11ft, making it an ideal accent piece for a hallway, bedside, or in front of a fireplace, offering a powerful burst of color and historical elegance without dominating the surrounding space.
The exceptional condition and vibrant color retention of this example make it a highly desirable acquisition for collectors. It stands as a testament to the transitional design period of the early 20th century, representing the finest qualities found among antique rugs of this provenance and style.