Antique Square Room Size Ivory Late 19th Century Chinese Ningxia Rug
$14,100.00
| Stock number | 23510 |
| Size | 8 ft 8 in x 9 ft 10 in (2.64 m x 3.00 m) |
| Origin | Chinese |
| Age | Circa 1890 |
| Style | Ningxia |
| Materials | Wool |
| Construction | Hand Knotted Pile |
| Colors | Ivory Beige Cream White |
| Pattern | Floral, Medallion |
Antique Chinese Ningxia Ivory 1890s Rug, Circa Date: 1890s. This exceptional late 19th-century Ningxia weaving showcases the refined aesthetic of Chinese court textiles in a rare square format. The expansive field is dominated by a luminous, mellow ivory color, providing a perfect neutral ground for the sparse, symbolic motifs. Characteristic of the Ningxia region, the design employs a delicate scattering of traditional Chinese symbols, including stylized blossoms and auspicious cloud bands. These elements are distributed across the surface in a sophisticated allover pattern, avoiding a central medallion to maximize visual space and tranquility within its square proportions. The composition is framed by a highly detailed border system featuring multiple guard bands of interlocking fretwork in deep blue and warm brown tones.