Antique Chinese - Peking Chinese Allover Knotted Rug
| Stock number | 24856 |
| Size | 5 ft x 7 ft 8 in (1.52 m x 2.34 m) |
| Origin | Chinese |
| Age | Circa 1890 |
| Style | Peking |
| Materials | Wool |
| Construction | Hand Knotted Pile |
| Colors | Ivory Beige Cream White |
| Pattern | Allover, Floral |
Antique Chinese - Peking Chinese Allover Knotted Rug, Circa Date: 1890s. This exceptional example of late Qing Dynasty weaving presents the restrained elegance characteristic of court-commissioned antique rugs. The design relies on powerful symbolism and a sophisticated use of negative space, typical of the finest Peking workshops. The palette is dominated by a luminous, slightly aged ivory beige field, providing a stark contrast to the saturated indigo blue used in the primary cartouche. This central panel is densely populated with Ruyi cloud scrolls, setting a dramatic stage for the mythical creature rendered in outline, emphasizing its ethereal quality. Within the deep blue reservoir, a powerful, stylized dragon figure is depicted, a traditional imperial emblem signifying power and good fortune.