Antique Ivory Hallway Runner Wool Chinese - Peking 1890s Knotted Rectangle Rug
| Stock number | 23464 |
| Size | 6 ft x 8 ft 8 in (1.83 m x 2.64 m) |
| Origin | Chinese |
| Age | Circa 1890 |
| Style | Peking |
| Materials | Wool |
| Construction | Hand Knotted Pile |
| Colors | Ivory Beige Cream White |
| Pattern | Allover |
Antique Ivory Hallway Runner Wool Chinese - Peking 1890s Knotted Rectangle Rug, Circa Date: 1890s. This exceptional late 19th-century Peking weaving presents a dramatic narrative scene rendered in a sophisticated palette. Its elongated dimensions define it as a true hallway runner, perfectly suited for guiding the eye through a grand entrance or corridor. The field is divided horizontally, transitioning from a celestial light blue above to a dynamic wave pattern below. The main motifs—the Imperial dragon, clouds, and marine life—are articulated primarily in shades of indigo and a soft, aged ivory field. This restrained cream palette is characteristic of the finest Chinese court textiles produced during the late Qing Dynasty. Unlike many contemporary medallion compositions, the design utilizes an expansive, narrative format.