Blue Late 19th century Antique Chinese Small Scatter Size Peking Rug

Antique Chinese Small Scatter Size Rectangle - Peking Wool 1890s Knotted Blue Rug, Circa Date: 1890s. This exquisite example of late 19th-century Chinese weaving utilizes the dense, luxurious pile characteristic of Peking wool production. The design is elegantly restrained, featuring scattered naturalistic vignettes set against a deep field, making it a highly desirable piece among antique rugs. The color story is dominated by a rich, saturated indigo ground, a hallmark of fine Chinese dye work from this period. The use of cream, pale gold, and subtle secondary blues highlights the delicate patterning, creating a striking contrast that emphasizes the depth of the primary blue color rugs. The composition avoids heavy borders, allowing the eye to focus on the stylized, yet highly detailed, motifs floating across the field.