Antique Chinese Square Textile Ivory 1850s Rug
$2,625.00
| Stock number | 25958 |
| Size | 1 ft 8 in x 1 ft 11 in (0.51 m x 0.58 m) |
| Origin | Chinese |
| Age | Circa 1850 |
| Style | Textiles |
| Materials | Silk |
| Construction | Flat Weave |
| Colors | Ivory Beige Cream White |
| Pattern | Allover |
Antique Chinese Square Textile Ivory 1850s Rug, Circa Date: 1850s. This exceptional square textile panel from the Qing Dynasty era showcases the profound skill of 19th-century Chinese weaving and embroidery arts. Unlike typical pile carpets, this piece functions as a detailed pictorial hanging, representing a specific and highly collectible subset of antique rugs. The composition is dominated by traditional Buddhist and Daoist cosmological motifs. The primary field is a dynamic representation of the sea and sky, featuring rolling waves and auspicious Ruyi clouds. The sophisticated ivory color palette is beautifully contrasted with deep indigo and soft, faded blues, creating a sense of movement and depth. The delicate shading and subtle use of gold and ochre threads highlight the textile's age and its original imperial context.