Antique Chinese - Art Deco China - Silk & Wool Knotted Rug
| Stock number | 22696 |
| Size | 3 ft x 5 ft (0.91 m x 1.52 m) |
| Origin | Chinese |
| Age | Circa 1920 |
| Style | Chinese Art Deco |
| Materials | Wool |
| Construction | Hand Knotted Pile |
| Colors | Multicolor Jewel Tones |
| Pattern | Floral, Medallion |
Antique Chinese - Art Deco China - Silk & Wool Knotted Rug, Circa Date: 1920s. This exceptional piece exemplifies the transitional period of Chinese weaving, where traditional motifs were reinterpreted through the lens of Western Art Deco sensibilities. Woven with a luxurious blend of silk and wool, its construction speaks to the high craftsmanship typical of the finest antique rugs of the era. The palette is sophisticated and subtly complex, employing a range of faded rose, soft sage, and dusty blue tones. These hues are densely packed across the field, creating a tapestry effect that avoids the stark contrasts often associated with later Art Deco designs. The resulting depth of color gives the piece a rich, almost three-dimensional quality, classifying it among the finest multicolor jewel tone rugs.