Antique Peking Chinese Medallion Black 1870s Rug
| Stock number | 23679 |
| Size | 6 ft 2 in x 8 ft 6 in (1.88 m x 2.59 m) |
| Origin | Chinese |
| Age | Circa 1870 |
| Style | Peking |
| Materials | Wool |
| Construction | Hand Knotted Pile |
| Colors | Ivory Beige Cream White |
Antique Peking Chinese Medallion Black 1870s Rug, Circa Date: 1870s. This exceptional late Qing Dynasty piece exemplifies the restrained elegance characteristic of Imperial Chinese weaving. The design centers on a bold, diamond-shaped field filled with a precise, interlocking key pattern, framed by a wide, open beige ground. This sophisticated approach to ornamentation distinguishes high-quality antique rugs from this period. The palette is masterfully limited, utilizing a rich indigo blue against a subtly striated ecru ground. The central medallion, a stylized cloud band motif, anchors the composition, while four large, stylized lotus blossoms emerge from the geometric lattice. The deep navy outer guard border provides a crucial contrast, emphasizing the clarity of the interior design, which relies heavily on the juxtaposition of positive and negative space.