Large Rectangle 1920s Hand Knotted Pile Antique Yellow Chinese Deco Rug
$9,100.00
| Stock number | 23809 |
| Size | 11 ft 2 in x 15 ft 4 in (3.40 m x 4.67 m) |
| Origin | Chinese |
| Age | Circa 1920 |
| Style | Chinese Art Deco, Walter Nichols |
| Materials | Wool |
| Construction | Hand Knotted Pile |
| Colors | Yellow / Gold / Orange |
| Pattern | Allover, Floral |
Large Rectangle 1920s Hand Knotted Pile Antique Yellow Wool Rug, Circa Date: 1920s. This exceptional piece exemplifies the bold aesthetic of Chinese Art Deco, characterized by its dramatic use of negative space and highly saturated color. The hand-knotted wool construction speaks to the enduring quality of antique rugs from this period, offering a plush, velvety texture underfoot. The monumental field is dominated by a shimmering, deep yellow tone, creating a magnificent surface that captures light beautifully. This vibrant use of yellow color is offset by a stark, narrow border, framing the composition with precise definition and emphasizing the rug's architectural quality. Traditional Chinese landscape motifs are rendered with a distinctly modern sensibility. Stylized branches, cascading rock formations in muted tones, and simplified cloud bands float across the expansive field.