Chinese – Peking Antique Knotted Wool Ivory 1900s Hallway Runner Rectangle Rug, Circa Date: 1900s. This exceptional piece exemplifies the refined aesthetic of early 20th-century Chinese Peking weaving. Its elongated, narrow profile makes it an ideal selection among hallway runner rugs, providing both structure and elegance to transitional spaces.
The composition is dominated by a luminous, open field of soft ivory color rugs, which serves as a perfect counterpoint to the deep, saturated blues utilized in the primary border and central motifs. This classic palette minimizes visual weight while maximizing the impact of the stylized, scrolling vine work that defines the overall pattern.
Characteristic of the Peking style, the design relies on graceful, curvilinear elements rather than dense repetition. The field features scattered medallions and delicate, meandering vines, placing this piece squarely within the tradition of sophisticated floral rugs. A striking blue inner guard border frames the central design, complementing the taupe and ivory outer border detailing.
Hand-knotted from fine wool, this runner exhibits the superb craftsmanship and distinctive knotting technique employed by master weavers of the period. Its excellent condition and timeless design ensure that it remains a highly desirable example of early 20th-century antique rugs, offering both historical provenance and enduring decorative appeal.
