Yellow Antique Chinese - Ningxia Hallway Runner Wool Rug
$90,000.00
| Stock number | 21013 |
| Size | 5 ft 9 in x 13 ft 8 in (1.75 m x 4.17 m) |
| Origin | Chinese |
| Age | Circa 1800 |
| Style | Ningxia |
| Materials | Wool |
| Construction | Hand Knotted Pile |
| Colors | Yellow / Gold / Orange |
| Pattern | Floral, Medallion |
Yellow Antique Chinese - Ningxia Hallway Runner Wool Rug, Country of Origin: China, Circa Date: 1800s. This exceptional piece represents the finest weaving traditions of the Qing Dynasty, specifically those associated with the ningxia rugs produced for the imperial court or high-ranking officials. Its elongated form makes it a rare and highly desirable example among antique rugs. The composition features a luminous, pale yellow field that serves as a dramatic canvas for the powerful iconography rendered in deep indigo and cobalt blue. Unlike medallion formats, the central space is filled with a dynamic, repeating sequence of motifs, characteristic of an allover rugs design, lending the piece a continuous flow suitable for a long corridor. Central to the design are stylized, powerful dragons interspersed with auspicious cloud bands and symbols, reflecting classical Chinese mythology.