Antique Peking Chinese Medallion Beige 1900s Rug
| Stock number | 23759 |
| Size | 9 ft 2 in x 11 ft 8 in (2.79 m x 3.56 m) |
| Origin | Chinese |
| Age | Circa 1900 |
| Style | Peking |
| Materials | Wool |
| Construction | Hand Knotted Pile |
| Colors | Ivory Beige Cream White |
| Pattern | Geometric, Medallion |
Antique Peking Chinese Medallion Beige 1900s Rug, Circa Date: 1900s. This exceptional piece exemplifies the geometric precision and symbolic artistry characteristic of early 20th-century Chinese weaving. The design centers on a striking, circular medallion featuring a stylized mythological scene, set against a complex field of interlocking fretwork. This adherence to traditional structure ensures its place among the finest antique rugs of the period. The field is dominated by a sophisticated, warm beige color palette, which provides a perfect counterpoint to the dense, dark indigo border. The main body of the rug utilizes the classic "key" or swastika motif, creating a mesmerizing, repeating pattern that fills the diamond shape surrounding the central medallion. This geometric density is skillfully balanced by the soft, scrolling vine work found in the spandrels.