Chinese - Peking Ivory 1880s Antique Wool Rectangle Knotted Room Size Rug
| Stock number | 25700 |
| Size | 9 ft x 12 ft 3 in (2.74 m x 3.73 m) |
| Origin | Chinese |
| Age | Circa 1880 |
| Style | Peking |
| Materials | Wool |
| Construction | Hand Knotted Pile |
| Colors | Ivory Beige Cream White |
| Pattern | Floral, Medallion |
Chinese - Peking Ivory 1880s Antique Wool Rectangle Knotted Room Size Rug, Circa Date: 1880s. This exceptional example of late 19th-century Chinese weaving is defined by its serene palette. The field is dominated by a luminous ivory ground, characteristic of sophisticated Peking production, offering a tranquil backdrop that elevates the subtle design elements. This piece is a prime illustration of refined ivory color rugs. The composition features a delicate scattering of auspicious symbols and scholar's objects, arranged around a subtly defined central medallion rendered in deep indigo and soft beige. Unlike the dense patterning of earlier periods, the design employs negative space beautifully, allowing the eye to appreciate the fine line work and the sparse, elegant floral rugs motifs that frame the center.