Antique Chinese Art Deco Floral Red 1920s Rug
$9,300.00
| Stock number | 24419 |
| Size | 9 ft x 12 ft (2.74 m x 3.66 m) |
| Origin | Chinese |
| Age | Circa 1920 |
| Style | Chinese Art Deco |
| Materials | Wool |
| Construction | Hand Knotted Pile |
| Colors | Red / Rust |
| Pattern | Floral |
Antique Chinese Art Deco Floral Red 1920s Rug, Circa Date: 1920s. This exceptional piece exemplifies the transitional design period of the 1920s, characterized by the fusion of traditional Chinese iconography with Western Art Deco sensibilities. The field is dominated by a rich, deeply saturated red tone, placing it among the most sought-after red rugs of the era. The composition rejects the central medallion structure common in earlier Chinese weaving, instead utilizing an open field to showcase scattered, naturalistic vignettes. Delicate branches bearing stylized peonies and chrysanthemums drift across the surface, punctuated by small butterflies and birds in flight. This restrained elegance is a signature feature of high-quality antique rugs. While the motifs remain rooted in classical Chinese symbolism, the execution is distinctly Art Deco.