Antique Peking Chinese Geometric Blue Navy 1930s Rug
$11,700.00
| Stock number | 24582 |
| Size | 6 ft 3 in x 8 ft 6 in (1.91 m x 2.59 m) |
| Origin | Chinese |
| Age | Circa 1930 |
| Style | Peking |
| Materials | Wool |
| Construction | Hand Knotted Pile |
| Colors | Blue |
| Pattern | Allover, Floral |
Antique Peking Chinese Geometric Blue Navy 1930s Rug, Circa Date: 1930s. This exceptional example of early 20th-century Chinese weaving features a profoundly saturated, almost black, navy field. The design adheres to the Peking style of the era, emphasizing sparse, elegant motifs against a vast, monochromatic background, a hallmark of high-quality antique rugs. The choice of a deep indigo provides a dramatic foundation, allowing the secondary colors of soft gold and muted powder blue to emerge with striking clarity. This rich, dark field is characteristic of the finest blue color rugs produced during the Republican period, offering both sophistication and versatility for modern interiors. The geometric arrangement of the motifs is deceptively simple, featuring stylized floral clusters and traditional Shou characters placed symmetrically across the field.