Antique Peking Floral Design Chinese Wool Pile Knotted Rug
$4,500.00
| Stock number | 24760 |
| Size | 5 ft x 7 ft 8 in (1.52 m x 2.34 m) |
| Origin | Chinese |
| Age | Circa 1920 |
| Style | Peking |
| Materials | Wool |
| Construction | Hand Knotted Pile |
| Colors | Ivory Beige Cream White |
| Pattern | Allover |
Antique Peking Chinese Floral Knotted Rug, Circa Date: 1920s. This exceptional piece exemplifies the refined artistry of early 20th-century Chinese weaving. Its composition is characterized by a minimalist approach, allowing the delicate motifs to float elegantly across the field. This era produced some of the most sought-after antique rugs globally. The main field is rendered in a soft, luminous taupe or pale grey, which reads almost as ivory beige under certain light, providing a serene backdrop for the design elements. This subdued palette, typical of the period, highlights the meticulous knotting and the luxurious wool quality inherent in fine Peking productions. Scattered across the central panel are stylized floral sprays—chrysanthemums and plum blossoms—executed in deep indigo and pale rose.