Antique Peking Chinese Floral, Medallion Blue 1890s Rug

Antique Peking Chinese Floral, Medallion Blue 1890s Rug, Circa Date: 1890s. This exquisite example of late Qing Dynasty weaving represents the pinnacle of Chinese courtly design. Its soft, finely woven structure and restrained palette mark it as a distinguished piece among antique rugs. The field is dominated by a sophisticated, dusty robin's egg hue, a characteristic shade of the period. This beautiful use of blue color rugs creates a serene backdrop for the floating floral sprays and stylized butterflies that surround the central medallion, rendered in contrasting tones of ivory and camel. The circular medallion anchors the composition, featuring intricate scrollwork and stylized blossoms rendered in deep indigo and light tan.