Knotted Chinese – Peking Small Scatter Size Wool 1920s Blue Antique Rectangle Rug, Country of Origin: China, Circa Date: 1920s. This exceptional example of early 20th-century weaving represents the refined aesthetic of Chinese rugs, characterized by open fields and sophisticated, often symbolic, design elements.
The rug features a stunning monochromatic blue color palette, utilizing varying shades of indigo and cerulean to define the central medallion and corner spandrels. The use of negative space allows the elegant, stylized floral sprays—a hallmark of the peking style—to float gracefully across the deep wool pile.
Woven from high-quality wool, the texture remains soft yet durable, reflecting the superior knotting techniques employed during this era. Its practical Small Scatter Size Rugs (5.09ft x 6.08ft) makes it an ideal accent piece for an entryway, bedside, or within a curated seating arrangement, offering a concentrated burst of color and history.
Dating to the 1920s, this piece captures the transitional design period when traditional Chinese iconography merged subtly with Western Art Deco sensibilities. It is a beautifully preserved artifact, adding significant depth and provenance to any collection of fine antique rugs.