Antique Early 20th Century Square Mongolian Animal Design Carpet
$45,000.00
| Stock number | 23088 |
| Size | 11 ft 10 in x 12 ft 2 in (3.61 m x 3.71 m) |
| Origin | Mongolia |
| Age | Circa 1900 |
| Style | Mongolian Design |
| Materials | Wool |
| Construction | Hand Knotted Pile |
| Colors | Brown Earth Tone |
| Pattern | Geometric, Medallion |
This early 20th-century Mongolian carpet is a rare and captivating artifact of "High-Plateau" art, representing a distinctive fusion of nomadic imagery and sophisticated Eastern weaving traditions. While many antique Mongolian area rugs focus on static floral or fretwork patterns, this room-size, Square format specimen is defined by its narrative energy and its use of animal motifs, making it a highly collectible piece for those who value textiles with "soul" and storytelling depth. The composition is centered upon a spirited animal rug design patterns, likely featuring traditional Mongolian symbols of power and longevity, such as stags, cranes, or perhaps stylized lions (Foo Dogs). In the nomadic context, these animals were not merely decorative but served as protective talismans.