Small Rare Collectible Antique Chinese Mid 17th Century Peking Rug
$37,500.00
| Stock number | 25231 |
| Size | 1 ft 2 in x 3 ft 3 in (0.36 m x 0.99 m) |
| Origin | Chinese |
| Age | Circa 1650 |
| Style | Peking |
| Materials | Wool |
| Construction | Hand Knotted Pile |
| Colors | Brown Earth Tone |
| Pattern | Allover, Floral |
Antique Chinese - Peking Brown 1650s Rug, Circa Date: 1650s. This exceptional piece represents the height of early Qing Dynasty weaving, a rare survivor among antique rugs of this vintage. Its dense, high-quality wool pile speaks to the imperial workshops from which such sophisticated textiles likely originated. The palette is dominated by rich, variegated tones that transition seamlessly between deep ochre and honeyed gold, placing it firmly within the category of brown earth tone color rugs. Subtle accents of indigo blue provide a sophisticated counterpoint, highlighting the stylized floral medallions and traditional Chinese cloud bands woven into the field. Characteristic of the period's aesthetic, the composition employs an intricate, repeating pattern that creates an allover design effect.