Antique Floral Wool Hand Knotted Pile Purple 1920s Rug
$8,600.00
| Stock number | 22046 |
| Size | 8 ft x 10 ft 10 in (2.44 m x 3.30 m) |
| Origin | Chinese |
| Age | Circa 1920 |
| Style | Chinese Art Deco, Walter Nichols |
| Materials | Wool |
| Construction | Hand Knotted Pile |
| Colors | Purple / Lavender / Mauve |
| Pattern | Floral |
Antique Floral Wool Hand Knotted Pile Purple 1920s Rug, Circa Date: 1920s. This exceptional hand-knotted piece captures the essence of early 20th-century design, featuring a deeply saturated field of purple. The rich hue places it firmly within the category of purple color rugs, offering a dramatic foundation for the delicate Art Deco motifs. The design is characterized by classic Chinese Chinoiserie elements, where stylized branches and blossoming flora emerge from the edges of the central field. These beautifully rendered vignettes, featuring soft greens, blues, and creams, exemplify the best traditions found in floral rugs of the period, emphasizing naturalistic yet streamlined forms typical of the 1920s aesthetic. Woven with luxurious, high-quality wool, the pile retains a wonderful sheen and depth, reflecting the meticulous craftsmanship of its era.