$8,600.00
| Stock number | 18962 |
| Size | 8 ft x 10 ft (2.44 m x 3.05 m) |
| Origin | Chinese |
| Age | Circa 1920 |
| Style | Peking |
| Materials | Wool |
| Construction | Hand Knotted Pile |
| Colors | Brown Earth Tone |
| Pattern | Floral, Medallion |
This magnificent early 20th-century Chinese Peking carpet is a superlative example of the "Scholar’s Style," representing a sophisticated bridge between ancient Eastern aesthetics and the burgeoning Modernist movement of the West. While many antique carpets of this era relied on dense, busy patterns, this specific specimen is distinguished by its Minimalist Open Field—a design choice that emphasizes space, tranquility, and the "luxury of the void." The composition is centered upon a rare, monochromatic Brown color field. This "Earth Tone" palette, likely derived from natural walnut husks or undyed wool, provides a warm, organic foundation that feels remarkably contemporary. The "Open Field" aesthetic allows the eye to rest, focusing attention on the sparse, meticulously placed Floral motifs that traditionally occupy the corners or a small central medallion.