Antique Classic Blue and Ivory Chinese Baotou Scatter Size Area Rug
| Stock number | 23227 |
| Size | 2 ft 3 in x 4 ft 6 in (0.69 m x 1.37 m) |
| Origin | Chinese |
| Age | Circa 1920 |
| Style | Baotou |
| Materials | Wool |
| Construction | Hand Knotted Pile |
| Colors | Ivory Beige Cream White |
| Pattern | Geometric, Medallion |
Antique Chinese - Baotou Ivory 1920s Rug, Circa Date: 1920s. This exceptional Baotou scatter piece exemplifies the restrained elegance of early 20th-century Chinese weaving. The field is dominated by a rich, natural ivory tone, providing a stark, sophisticated canvas for the deep indigo motifs that define the composition. The design employs a classic Chinese repertoire of auspicious objects—vases, censers, and scholar's items—arranged symmetrically along the central axis. These highly stylized renderings are framed by an elaborate, tightly woven border that incorporates the Greek key motif, emphasizing the underlying geometric structure of the composition. Baotou rugs from this period are highly sought after for their robust construction and graphic clarity, often utilizing only two or three colors to maximize visual impact.