Antique Wool Rectangle Hand Knotted Pile 1880s Ivory Beige Cream White Large Geometric Medallion Rug

Antique Wool Rectangle Hand Knotted Pile 1880s Ivory Beige Cream White Large Geometric Medallion Rug, Circa Date: 1880s. This exceptional example of late 19th-century weaving presents a striking blue-and-white composition, characteristic of the finest Peking production. As an authentic piece of antique rugs, it captures the formal, symbolic artistry favored by the Imperial court. The field is rendered in a luminous, softly aged tone, placing it within the highly desirable category of ivory beige cream rugs. Against this light ground, the deep indigo motifs—including four powerful dragons circling a central phoenix—stand out with dramatic clarity, illustrating traditional Chinese iconography of power and prosperity. The structure is defined by a complex, multi-layered border system featuring the classic Greek Key motif, which frames the dynamic interior scene.