Antique Wool Knotted 1930s Chinese Small Scatter Size Ivory Rug
| Stock number | 22564 |
| Size | 2 ft x 4 ft 4 in (0.61 m x 1.32 m) |
| Origin | Chinese |
| Age | Circa 1930 |
| Style | Horse Covers |
| Materials | Wool |
| Construction | Hand Knotted Pile |
| Colors | Ivory Beige Cream White |
| Pattern | Floral |
Antique Wool Knotted 1930s Chinese Small Scatter Size Ivory Rug, Circa Date: 1930s. This exceptional piece of antique rugs represents the vibrant, often whimsical style of early 20th-century Chinese weaving. Its construction utilizes a robust wool pile, characteristic of the period's output, making it a durable and visually compelling textile that captures a moment in decorative history. The field is dominated by a luminous ivory ground, which provides a stark and effective contrast for the deep indigo, russet, and soft pink elements defining the central scene. This particular rug is notable for its highly stylized, almost naive depiction of naturalistic elements, moving away from the more formal Imperial designs typical of earlier eras. Central to the design is a charming tableau of fauna and flora, featuring stylized deer and birds nestled amongst a bold, blue-trunked tree.