Small Square Antique Late 19th Century Blue Chinese Ningxia Scatter Rug
| Stock number | 22092 |
| Size | 2 ft x 3 ft (0.61 m x 0.91 m) |
| Origin | Chinese |
| Age | Circa 1870 |
| Style | Ningxia |
| Materials | Wool |
| Construction | Hand Knotted Pile |
| Colors | Blue |
| Pattern | Geometric, Medallion |
Antique Chinese - Ningxia Chinese Blue 1870s Square Rug, Circa Date: 1870s. This exceptional example of Ningxia weaving presents a striking contrast between its saturated indigo field and the vibrant golden yellow motifs. It is a superb representation of 19th-century antique rugs from the region, prized for their distinctive coloration and symbolic density. The deep, almost midnight hue of the field is characteristic of the finest natural dyes used in the period, placing this piece firmly among desirable blue color rugs. The central medallion is a complex, circular composition of angular key patterns and stylized floral elements, demonstrating sophisticated use of negative space against the dark ground. Flanking the medallion are various auspicious symbols, including stylized deer and mythical creatures rendered in a bold, graphic manner.