Antique Chinese - Art Deco Medium Wool Black Rug
$30,000.00
| Stock number | 25164 |
| Size | 7 ft 10 in x 9 ft 8 in (2.39 m x 2.95 m) |
| Origin | Chinese |
| Age | Circa 1920 |
| Style | Chinese Art Deco, Walter Nichols |
| Materials | Wool |
| Construction | Hand Knotted Pile |
| Colors | Black |
| Pattern | Geometric |
Antique Chinese - Art Deco Medium Wool Black Rug, Country of Origin: China, Circa Date: 1920s. This exceptional textile exemplifies the transitional period in Far Eastern weaving, combining ancient Imperial iconography with the bold aesthetic of the Jazz Age. Produced in the 1920s, this piece represents the zenith of Chinese Art Deco production, offering a sophisticated interpretation of traditional motifs that appealed directly to Western markets. It stands as a powerful example among all Chinese rugs. The composition is dominated by a deep, lustrous field of black wool, providing a dramatic contrast that allows the intricate mythological figures to command attention. Two Imperial dragons—symbols of power and good fortune—are rendered in exquisite detail, one ascending through stylized clouds and the other emerging from turbulent waves.