Chinese – Art Deco Knotted Antique 1920s Room Size Rectangle Purple Wool Rug, Circa Date: 1920s. This exceptional piece exemplifies the sophisticated fusion of traditional Chinese motifs with the bold, streamlined sensibility of the Art Deco period. Its generous room size format ensures it commands attention in any grand interior.
The central field is defined by a deep, saturated magenta, creating a striking visual contrast against the muted, smoky gray border. The plush, high-quality wool pile enhances the depth and sheen of this remarkable purple wool rug, characteristic of the finest Shanghai productions of the era.
Rather than relying on traditional symmetrical medallions, the design features sweeping, asymmetrical corner sprays. These stylized branches and blossoms present a highly refined and delicate floral arrangement, populated by butterflies and trailing vines that soften the geometric structure of the border.
Dating from the height of the Jazz Age, this rug is a testament to the global exchange of design ideas that defined the 1920s. Its excellent condition and vibrant color retention make it a highly desirable example among collectors of antique rugs from the Far East.