Navy Blue Open Field Antique Room Size Floral Chinese Walter Nichols Art Deco Rug
| Stock number | 24064 |
| Size | 8 ft 10 in x 11 ft 9 in (2.69 m x 3.58 m) |
| Origin | Chinese |
| Age | Circa 1920 |
| Style | Chinese Art Deco, Walter Nichols |
| Materials | Wool |
| Construction | Hand Knotted Pile |
| Colors | Blue |
| Pattern | Allover, Floral |
This circa 1920s Art Deco carpet from China is a quintessential example of the "Nichols-era" aesthetic, representing a time when the workshops of Tianjin and Beijing merged centuries-old Eastern craftsmanship with the bold, modernist spirit of the Jazz Age. This specific room-size specimen is a masterclass in the use of negative space, offering a serene yet powerful architectural foundation for grand interior spaces. The composition is defined by its dramatic Navy Blue "Open Field." Unlike the densely patterned "all-over" designs of traditional Persian or earlier Chinese weaving, the Art Deco style prioritizes a vast, minimalist center. This allows the richness of the indigo dye to take center stage, creating a sense of "liquid depth" and tranquility.