Floral Medallion Black Wool 1920s Antique Hand Knotted Pile Rectangle Rug, Circa Date: 1920s. This exceptional piece represents the height of early 20th-century textile artistry. The dramatic visual impact is achieved through the use of a dense, saturated black color field, providing a striking contrast for the central motif.
The design features an exquisite, asymmetrical arrangement of blooming peonies and smaller blossoms, rendered in a stylized manner typical of the Art Deco period. The palette employs soft rose, gold, and teal accents, highlighting the sculptural quality of the hand-knotted wool pile. This emphasis on naturalistic, yet bold, ornamentation places it firmly within the tradition of floral rugs.
Hand-knotted from luxurious wool, the texture and sheen of the pile speak to the high level of craftsmanship employed nearly a century ago. As a genuine example of antique rugs, this piece carries the patina and character only time can bestow, offering a unique historical anchor for a contemporary interior.
While the visual presence is grand, the scale of this piece allows for versatile placement in hallways, entryways, or as a sophisticated accent in a smaller room. This format is highly desirable for collectors seeking elegant small scatter size rugs (2.1ft x 4.08ft) that deliver maximum visual density without dominating a space.
Condition: Good.