Antique Large Coral Chinese - Art Deco Chinese Allover Floral Knotted Rug
| Stock number | 24847 |
| Size | 10 ft x 17 ft 2 in (3.05 m x 5.23 m) |
| Origin | Chinese |
| Age | Circa 1920 |
| Style | Chinese Art Deco, Walter Nichols |
| Materials | Wool |
| Construction | Hand Knotted Pile |
| Colors | Coral / Salmon / Pink |
| Pattern | Allover, Floral |
Antique Large Coral Chinese - Art Deco Chinese Allover Floral Knotted Rug, Circa Date: 1920s. This exceptional piece captures the transitional elegance of the early 20th century, combining traditional Chinese symbolism with the bold, simplified aesthetic of the Art Deco movement. Such antique rugs represent a distinct shift in weaving practices, moving away from dense, all-over patterns toward open, pictorial compositions. The central field is saturated in a magnificent, deep coral hue, providing a dramatic backdrop for the scattered, naturalistic motifs. This striking color choice, often categorized among coral rugs, contrasts sharply with the wide, neutral grey border. The intentional use of negative space allows the viewer's eye to focus on the delicately rendered flora and fauna, including bamboo, pine, and flowering branches.