Red Wool Chinese Hand Knotted Pile Antique Floral Walter Nichols Art Deco 1930s Rug
| Stock number | 24483 |
| Size | 6 ft x 8 ft 6 in (1.83 m x 2.59 m) |
| Origin | Chinese |
| Age | Circa 1930 |
| Style | Chinese Art Deco, Walter Nichols |
| Materials | Wool |
| Construction | Hand Knotted Pile |
| Colors | Red / Rust |
| Pattern | Floral |
Red Wool Chinese Hand Knotted Pile Antique Floral Art Deco 1930s Rug, Country of Origin: China, Circa Date: 1930s. This exceptional piece exemplifies the transitional period of textile design, merging traditional Eastern iconography with the streamlined aesthetic of the West. Crafted in China, it represents the height of the Art Deco movement's influence on Asian weaving centers. The saturated, deep red field provides a dramatic backdrop for the sprawling, naturalistic vine work. Unlike traditional symmetrical designs, this composition utilizes expansive negative space to emphasize the stylized, oversized blossoms—a hallmark of the Chinese Art Deco aesthetic popularized by designers like Walter Nichols. The rich, hand-knotted wool pile gives the surface a luxurious, velvety depth that absorbs and reflects light beautifully.