Antique Chinese Walter Nichols Art Deco Floral Hand Knotted Pile Rug - Coral

Antique Chinese Art Deco Floral Hand Knotted Pile Rug, Country of Origin: China, Circa Date: 1920s. This magnificent piece is a prime example of the early 20th-century aesthetic that defined Chinese Art Deco rugs. Woven in China, the design departs dramatically from traditional Imperial motifs, embracing the bold, open fields and stylized compositions favored by Western markets. The deep, saturated coral field is immediately striking. The composition utilizes negative space masterfully, allowing the eye to focus on the scattered, naturalistic vine work that trails across the vast field. This vibrant central panel is framed by a subtle gold border, which separates it cleanly from the soft, neutral taupe of the outer guard and main border.