Rectangle Hand Knotted Pile Floral Antique Blue , Purple Wool 1920s Rug
| Stock number | 23136 |
| Size | 6 ft 4 in x 8 ft 6 in (1.93 m x 2.59 m) |
| Origin | Chinese |
| Age | Circa 1920 |
| Style | Peking |
| Materials | Wool |
| Construction | Hand Knotted Pile |
| Colors | Blue, Purple / Lavender / Mauve |
| Pattern | Floral |
Rectangle Hand Knotted Pile Floral Antique Blue , Purple Wool 1920s Rug, Circa Date: 1920s. This exceptional piece captures the distinctive aesthetic of early 20th-century Chinese weaving, characterized by its open field and restrained palette. The dominant hue is a sophisticated, dusty Blue , Purple, a color choice that speaks to the transitional period between traditional Chinese palettes and the Art Deco influences arriving from the West. The design features graceful, naturalistic elements scattered across the expansive field, avoiding the dense repetition found in earlier styles. Delicate branches and blossoms define the composition, showcasing the elegant simplicity inherent in floral rugs of this era. The hand-knotted wool pile retains a beautiful sheen, emphasizing the subtle shifts in the background color.