Antique Baotou Chinese Allover Beige, Blue 1920s Rug
| Stock number | 24246 |
| Size | 1 ft 11 in x 3 ft 6 in (0.58 m x 1.07 m) |
| Origin | Chinese |
| Age | Circa 1920 |
| Style | Baotou |
| Materials | Wool |
| Construction | Hand Knotted Pile |
| Colors | Ivory Beige Cream White |
| Pattern | Allover, Floral |
Antique Baotou Chinese Allover Beige, Blue 1920s Rug, Circa Date: 1920s. This exceptional Chinese Baotou piece, originating from the highly sought-after workshops of Inner Mongolia, represents the finest tradition of antique rugs. The restrained palette of deep indigo and creamy beige highlights a dynamic, pictorial field, moving away from the medallion formats common in earlier periods. The design features an allover composition populated by auspicious imagery: stags, cranes, and gnarled pine trees. The use of a saturated, almost indigo blue color against the neutral field creates a dramatic contrast, allowing the symbolic motifs—associated with longevity, prosperity, and good fortune—to stand out in sharp relief. Technically, the rug exhibits the high-quality wool and dense knotting typical of Baotou production, ensuring a luxurious handle and excellent durability.