Antique Chinese Square Textile Small Scatter Size Wool Black Rug
| Stock number | 22567 |
| Size | 1 ft 1 in x 1 ft 1 in (0.33 m x 0.33 m) |
| Origin | Chinese |
| Age | Circa 1900 |
| Style | Textiles |
| Materials | Wool |
| Construction | Hand Knotted Pile |
| Colors | Ivory Beige Cream White |
| Pattern | Geometric, Medallion |
Antique Chinese Square Textile Small Scatter Size Wool Black Rug, Circa Date: 1900s. This exquisite piece represents the finest tradition of antique rugs from the late Qing Dynasty period. While titled a rug, its construction suggests it is a highly detailed embroidered or woven textile, likely intended for ceremonial display rather than floor use, presented here in a desirable small scatter size with a classic square profile. The dramatic visual tension is created by the deep, rich ground color, categorized among black color rugs, which serves as a perfect foil for the extensive use of shimmering gold thread. This palette is inherently regal, emphasizing the celestial nature of the motifs, where darkness represents the cosmos and gold represents light and imperial power. The technical mastery evident in this piece elevates it beyond standard weaving.