Navy Blue Antique Foo Dog Pattern Hand Knotted Chinese Wool Pile Rug

Antique Geometric Medallion Wool Hand Knotted Pile Black 1875 Rug, Circa Date: 1875. This exceptional example of 19th-century weaving represents the pinnacle of antique rugs from the far East. Its dense, hand-knotted wool pile and highly saturated dyes speak to a tradition of craftsmanship rarely seen today. The dramatic field is rendered in a deep indigo that reads as a true black color rugs, providing a powerful backdrop for the intricate iconography. The central medallion, framed by swirling clouds, depicts a vigorous, stylized animal figure—a classic motif associated with protection and imperial power. While incorporating pictorial elements such as vases and flowering branches, the overall composition adheres to a rigorous, structured format, classifying it among the finest examples of geometric rugs of the period.