Vintage Mid Century Red Color Silk Foo Dog Design Chinese Textile
$1,200.00
| Stock number | 23837 |
| Size | 2 ft x 2 ft 8 in (0.61 m x 0.81 m) |
| Origin | Chinese |
| Age | Circa 1950 |
| Style | Textiles |
| Materials | Silk |
| Construction | Needlework / Textiles |
| Colors | Red / Rust |
| Pattern | Floral, Medallion |
Vintage Textile Chinese Allover Red 1950s Rug, Circa Date: 1950s. This exceptional piece is not a traditional pile carpet but a finely embroidered textile, offering a vivid example of mid-century Chinese decorative arts. The vibrant field is dominated by a rich, saturated red, setting a dramatic stage for the mythological figures that populate the design. The central field features an allover pattern of stylized, dynamic Foo Dogs or celestial lions, executed in shimmering gold and tan thread, highlighted with subtle blue and pale green accents. This intricate needlework contrasts sharply with the deep, saturated ground, creating a powerful visual effect. The intensity of this specific red color immediately draws the eye, reflecting the boldness characteristic of Chinese textiles from this period.