Antique Large Room Size Chinese Walter Nichols Art Deco Hand Knotted Pile Green Rug
$23,400.00
| Stock number | 25371 |
| Size | 11 ft 10 in x 15 ft (3.61 m x 4.57 m) |
| Origin | Chinese |
| Age | Circa 1920 |
| Style | Chinese Art Deco, Walter Nichols |
| Materials | Wool |
| Construction | Hand Knotted Pile |
| Colors | Green |
| Pattern | Allover, Floral |
Antique Large Chinese Deco Hand Knotted Pile Rug, Country of Origin: China, Circa Date: 1920s. This exceptional piece exemplifies the elegance and technical skill of early 20th-century Chinese rugs. Its design reflects the transitional period when traditional motifs were reinterpreted through the lens of Western Art Deco sensibilities, resulting in a dramatic, highly stylized aesthetic. The luxurious, hand-knotted wool pile is dominated by a rich, saturated jade green field, providing a vibrant backdrop for the cascading botanical elements. The open composition, featuring clusters of peonies, wisteria, and grapevines, is characteristic of the finest antique rugs from this era, emphasizing natural movement and depth. The subtle abrash across the field speaks to the natural dye processes and the rug's long history.