Rectangle Wool Blue Hand Knotted Pile Floral Antique 1920s Rug
$8,600.00
| Stock number | 22684 |
| Size | 8 ft 2 in x 9 ft 6 in (2.49 m x 2.90 m) |
| Origin | Chinese |
| Age | Circa 1920 |
| Style | Chinese Art Deco |
| Materials | Wool |
| Construction | Hand Knotted Pile |
| Colors | Blue |
| Pattern | Floral |
Rectangle Wool Blue Hand Knotted Pile Floral Antique 1920s Rug, Circa Date: 1920s. This exceptional example of Art Deco weaving represents the pinnacle of early 20th-century Chinese production. Its refined composition and luxurious wool pile place it among the finest antique rugs of the period, showcasing a masterful blend of Eastern tradition and Western modernism. The aesthetic power of this piece derives primarily from its striking use of color. A deeply saturated, almost midnight rich blue field provides a dramatic contrast to the vibrant secondary palette of coral, saffron, and magenta used in the border and scattered vignettes. This deep hue creates an unparalleled sense of depth and sophistication. The design eschews the dense patterning of traditional Oriental carpets, favoring instead a sparse, elegant placement of stylized Chinese symbols and delicate floral motifs.