Chinese Room Size Rectangle Blue 1920s Knotted Antique - Peking Wool Rug
| Stock number | 23264 |
| Size | 10 ft 2 in x 14 ft 2 in (3.10 m x 4.32 m) |
| Origin | Chinese |
| Age | Circa 1920 |
| Style | Peking |
| Materials | Wool |
| Construction | Hand Knotted Pile |
| Colors | Blue |
| Pattern | Floral, Medallion |
Chinese Room Size Rectangle Blue 1920s Knotted Antique - Peking Wool Rug, Circa Date: 1920s. This exquisite piece represents the height of early 20th-century Chinese weaving, characterized by its luxurious, thick wool pile and restrained, elegant design. Such finely crafted textiles are highly sought after among collectors of antique rugs for their durability and timeless aesthetic appeal. The expansive, saturated field is rendered in a magnificent, deep indigo, offering a dramatic backdrop that highlights the secondary palette of soft beige, pale gold, and muted pinks. This striking use of color, often associated with imperial tastes, exemplifies the enduring appeal of blue color rugs in sophisticated interior design schemes. A hallmark of the Peking style is the open composition, featuring a prominent circular central medallion and scattered sprays of blossoms across the field.