Antique Peking Chinese Allover Medallion Knotted Rug

Antique Peking Chinese Allover Medallion Knotted Rug, Circa Date: 1890s. This exceptional late Qing Dynasty weaving represents the pinnacle of Chinese courtly textile production. The restrained palette and open design distinguish it from earlier, more saturated styles, making it highly desirable among collectors of antique rugs. The expansive central field is rendered in a luminous, pale yellow-cream hue, providing a striking contrast to the deep indigo and soft azure used for the motifs. The use of this sophisticated luminous ivory field allows the intricate blue detailing to truly resonate, highlighting the delicate, scattered floral sprigs and butterflies across the surface.