Antique Textile Square Small Scatter Size Wool Red Rug
$2,700.00
| Stock number | 24539 |
| Size | 3 ft x 3 ft (0.91 m x 0.91 m) |
| Origin | Chinese |
| Age | Circa 1925 |
| Style | Textiles |
| Materials | Wool |
| Construction | Needlework / Textiles |
| Colors | Red / Rust |
| Pattern | Allover |
Antique Textile Square Small Scatter Size Wool Red Rug, Circa Date: 1925. This exceptional square piece, though titled as a wool rug, presents itself as a meticulously embroidered textile panel, likely intended for ceremonial display. Its square dimensions classify it as a small scatter size, perfect for adding a concentrated burst of color and history to an intimate space. The central field is dominated by highly stylized guardian figures, rendered in dense, coiled metallic and silk threads, giving them a three-dimensional, sculptural quality. These figures, often referred to as Foo Dogs or temple lions, are traditional symbols of protection and prosperity, their eyes sometimes highlighted with small, luminous green cabochons. The rich, saturated ground color is a deep, fiery crimson, providing a dramatic contrast to the gold and brown embroidery.