Antique Peking Small Scatter Size Wool Ivory Beige Cream White Rug
| Stock number | 24565 |
| Size | 3 ft 10 in x 6 ft 2 in (1.17 m x 1.88 m) |
| Origin | Chinese |
| Age | Circa 1890 |
| Style | Peking |
| Materials | Wool |
| Construction | Hand Knotted Pile |
| Colors | Ivory Beige Cream White |
| Pattern | Allover |
Antique Peking Small Scatter Size Wool Ivory Beige Cream White Rug, Circa Date: 1890s. This exceptional late Qing Dynasty weaving presents a striking narrative composition, utilizing a powerful contrast between the deep indigo field and the luminous golden-beige wool. Its dimensions classify it as one of our highly sought-after small scatter size rugs, ideal for transitional spaces or as a focal point in a compact room. The central design is dominated by an ascending imperial dragon, rendered in the golden hue, climbing through dense, stylized clouds (the *lingzhi* motif). The dragon, a potent symbol of power and good fortune, is depicted mid-ascent, creating a dynamic sense of movement against the dark background. This dramatic, asymmetrical layout is characteristic of the finest antique rugs produced during this period of Chinese textile innovation.