Antique Peking Chinese Allover Navy 1890s Rug
| Stock number | 24058 |
| Size | 11 ft 10 in x 15 ft 8 in (3.61 m x 4.78 m) |
| Origin | Chinese |
| Age | Circa 1890 |
| Style | Peking |
| Materials | Wool |
| Construction | Hand Knotted Pile |
| Colors | Blue |
| Pattern | Allover, Floral |
Antique Peking Chinese Allover Navy 1890s Rug, Circa Date: 1890s. This exceptional late Qing Dynasty weaving immediately captures attention through its dramatic use of color. The field is saturated in a profound, almost black, indigo, providing a striking canvas for the luminous golden motifs. Such deep saturation is characteristic of the finest blue color rugs from this period. The design employs a sophisticated, sparsely populated allover arrangement, avoiding a central medallion in favor of scattered auspicious symbols. Stylized vases, containing delicate floral sprays, alternate with elegant, soaring birds, likely representing marital harmony or longevity. The execution is precise, utilizing the negative space of the deep field to enhance the lightness of the ochre silk highlights.