Antique Floral Wool Hand Knotted Pile Coral / Salmon Pink 1920s Rug, Circa Date: 1920s. This exceptional example of early 20th-century weaving represents the height of the Chinese Art Deco period, characterized by its striking color palette and simplified, modern aesthetic. It joins our curated collection of antique rugs that define the era.
The expansive field is rendered in a rich, saturated coral tone, providing a luxurious backdrop for the pictorial elements. This specific shade, often referenced as salmon pink color, was highly fashionable in the 1920s and 1930s, offering warmth without excessive formality. The main field is framed by a bold, wide border in deep teal, creating a dramatic, geometric contrast typical of the Art Deco movement.
Departing from traditional centralized medallion formats, the design features a highly stylized, asymmetrical bouquet of blossoms cascading from a dark blue vase. The use of vibrant secondary colors—sun yellow, sapphire blue, and jade green—against the monochrome field emphasizes the dramatic, illustrative quality of the piece. Such expressive use of natural forms firmly places this piece within the tradition of floral rugs, albeit interpreted through a distinctly modern lens.
Expertly hand-knotted from high-quality wool, the pile retains a sumptuous texture that speaks to its quality and durability. Given its substantial dimensions (8.09ft x 11.06ft), this piece is perfectly suited for placement as one of our premier room size rugs, capable of anchoring a large living space or formal dining area with unparalleled historical elegance and chromatic intensity.
