| Stock number | 21959 |
| Size | 9 ft x 11 ft 8 in (2.74 m x 3.56 m) |
| Origin | Chinese |
| Age | Circa 1920 |
| Style | Chinese Art Deco, Walter Nichols |
| Materials | Wool |
| Construction | Hand Knotted Pile |
| Colors | Yellow / Gold / Orange |
| Pattern | Floral, Medallion |
Antique Chinese Chinese - Art Deco Yellow 1920s Rug, Circa Date: 1920s. This exceptional example of early 20th-century Chinese weaving perfectly captures the transition from traditional designs to the bold, modern aesthetics of the Art Deco movement. Its highly stylized composition and vibrant palette distinguish it among antique rugs of the period. The breathtaking, saturated field of saffron yellow establishes a dramatic backdrop for the intricate design elements. This brilliant hue, contrasted sharply by the deep magenta outer guard border, exemplifies the daring color combinations favored by the Art Deco style, making it a standout piece among yellow color rugs. A complex teal meander border frames the composition, leading the eye toward the central, scalloped medallion depicting a stylized landscape.