Description
1920s Chinese Art Deco Carpet ( 8' x 9'9" - 244 x 298 )
1920s Rectangle Hand Knotted Pile Wool Floral Antique Blue Rug, Circa Date: 1920s. This exceptional piece exemplifies the sophisticated design trends of the early 20th century, merging traditional Chinese iconography with the open compositions favored by the Art Deco movement. Woven from luxurious hand-knotted wool pile, this is a superb example of antique rugs from the period.
The palette is dominated by a striking use of blue color rugs, featuring a rich indigo border that dramatically frames the expansive, lighter blue field. This subtle tonal variation provides depth, allowing the intricate, naturalistic motifs to float gracefully across the surface without overwhelming the viewer.
The design showcases delicate, asymmetrical branches laden with blossoms, butterflies, and hanging baskets, characteristic of refined Chinese floral rugs. These pictorial elements are rendered in soft pinks, corals, and muted golds, contrasting beautifully against the deep ground and highlighting the exceptional skill of the weavers who executed this complex pattern.
Sized appropriately for a major living space, this piece functions perfectly as a room size rug. Its enduring quality and timeless aesthetic ensure it remains a powerful focal point, whether integrated into a period setting or used to introduce historic elegance into a contemporary interior.
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Good
Origin:
China
Materials & Techniques:
Wool
Details:
Pattern: Floral
Country of Origin: China
Rug Construction: Hand Knotted
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
1920s Rectangle Hand Knotted Pile Wool Floral Antique Blue Rug, Circa Date: 1920s. This exceptional piece exemplifies the sophisticated design trends of the early 20th century, merging traditional Chinese iconography with the open compositions favored by the Art Deco movement. Woven from luxurious hand-knotted wool pile, this is a superb example of antique rugs from the period.
The palette is dominated by a striking use of blue color rugs, featuring a rich indigo border that dramatically frames the expansive, lighter blue field. This subtle tonal variation provides depth, allowing the intricate, naturalistic motifs to float gracefully across the surface without overwhelming the viewer.
The design showcases delicate, asymmetrical branches laden with blossoms, butterflies, and hanging baskets, characteristic of refined Chinese floral rugs. These pictorial elements are rendered in soft pinks, corals, and muted golds, contrasting beautifully against the deep ground and highlighting the exceptional skill of the weavers who executed this complex pattern.
Sized appropriately for a major living space, this piece functions perfectly as a room size rug. Its enduring quality and timeless aesthetic ensure it remains a powerful focal point, whether integrated into a period setting or used to introduce historic elegance into a contemporary interior.
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Good
Origin:
China
Materials & Techniques:
Wool
Details:
Pattern: Floral
Country of Origin: China
Rug Construction: Hand Knotted
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Condition
Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Good
Buyer's Premium
20%
Dimensions
0.25 x 96 x 117 in
1920s Cornflowers Blue Minimalist Floral Antique Chinese Art Deco Carpet 8' X 9'9" Knotted Wool Rug
Estimate $4,800-$11,930
Starting Price
$2,400
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Worldly Wonders: Global Antiques & Decor
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