Light Blue Antique Large Size Chinese White Crane Cloud Band Design Peking Rug
| Stock number | 23102 |
| Size | 15 ft 6 in x 18 ft 3 in (4.72 m x 5.56 m) |
| Origin | Chinese |
| Age | Circa 1880 |
| Style | Peking |
| Materials | Wool |
| Construction | Hand Knotted Pile |
| Colors | Blue |
| Pattern | Floral, Medallion |
Antique Large Chinese - Peking Knotted Rug, Circa Date: 1880s. This magnificent example of late Qing Dynasty weaving represents the pinnacle of Imperial Chinese textile artistry. Its sophisticated design, characterized by a refined palette and symbolic motifs, places it among the most desirable antique rugs of the period. The expansive field is rendered in a saturated, deep indigo, creating a dramatic backdrop for the scattered elements. This striking use of a rich blue color rugs palette emphasizes the delicate nature of the patterning, a hallmark of the Peking workshop aesthetic, which favored open compositions over dense all-over designs. The central composition features a highly stylized medallion, possibly depicting phoenixes or dragons amidst clouds, surrounded by beautifully articulated sprays of flowers and butterflies.