Antique Chinese - Kansu Hallway Runner Wool Coral Rug
$13,300.00
| Stock number | 21301 |
| Size | 5 ft 6 in x 8 ft 6 in (1.68 m x 2.59 m) |
| Origin | Chinese |
| Age | Circa 1850 |
| Style | Kansu / Gansu |
| Materials | Wool |
| Construction | Hand Knotted Pile |
| Colors | Coral / Salmon / Pink |
| Pattern | Allover, Geometric |
Antique Chinese - Kansu Hallway Runner Wool Coral Rug, Circa Date: 1850s. This exceptional 19th-century weaving hails from the Kansu province, renowned for its distinctive imperial palette and graphic structure. Its long, narrow format identifies it specifically as a hallway runner rug, perfectly suited for architectural spaces requiring linear emphasis. The primary field displays a sophisticated, tightly woven geometric lattice in contrasting cream and coral. Interspersed within this complex framework are stylized medallions featuring the Chinese character for longevity (Shou). The continuous, repeating nature of the design creates an effective allover design that draws the eye down the length of the piece, minimizing the visual impact of wear.