Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Foo Dog Design Ningxia Coral Rug

Antique Chinese - Ningxia Chinese Coral 1890s Rug, Circa Date: 1890s. This exceptional piece from the late Qing Dynasty exemplifies the graphic precision and symbolic richness inherent in antique rugs of the Ningxia region. The composition is centered around traditional auspicious motifs rendered in a striking, high-contrast palette. The field is dominated by a rare and luminous shade of coral, a highly sought-after tone that defines the rug's character and warmth. This rich ground provides a dramatic backdrop for the bold indigo and pale blue figures, creating a visual dynamism characteristic of the finest examples of coral color rugs. Iconographically, the rug is rich with traditional Chinese symbolism. A magnificent central Fu Dog, surrounded by Ruyi clouds and various "Hundred Antiques" symbols, commands the field.