Description
Antique Chinese Peking rug, size: 9'0"x 11'6".
Antique Chinese - Peking Room Size Wool Rug, Country of Origin: China, Circa Date: 1920s. This exceptional example of early 20th-century weaving presents the restrained elegance characteristic of peking rugs. The design utilizes a spacious, open field, allowing the deep, saturated color palette to convey immediate visual weight and sophistication.
The primary field is rendered in a rich, warm chocolate brown, a grounding hue that beautifully contrasts with the delicate, naturalistic floral motifs scattered throughout the center. These blossoms-rendered in soft creams, light blues, and beige-are stylized yet organic, reflecting the subtle influence of Western Art Deco sensibilities on traditional Chinese iconography.
As a true room size rug, this piece is perfectly scaled to anchor a formal living space or dining area, providing both comfort and historical context. The craftsmanship is robust, typical of the fine wool pile and sturdy construction employed by master weavers in Chinese rugs during this period of high demand for export quality pieces.
The complex, multi-layered border frames the composition with a striking contrast, featuring a deep indigo band interwoven with meandering vines and large stylized flowers. This piece is not merely a floor covering but a significant artifact, representing the pinnacle of decorative arts among antique rugs produced in the cosmopolitan centers of the 1920s.
Condition:
Alterations: Unknown
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Good
Origin:
China
Materials & Techniques:
Wool
Details:
Rug Construction: Hand Knotted
Country of Origin: China
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Pattern: Medallion/Crest
Antique Chinese - Peking Room Size Wool Rug, Country of Origin: China, Circa Date: 1920s. This exceptional example of early 20th-century weaving presents the restrained elegance characteristic of peking rugs. The design utilizes a spacious, open field, allowing the deep, saturated color palette to convey immediate visual weight and sophistication.
The primary field is rendered in a rich, warm chocolate brown, a grounding hue that beautifully contrasts with the delicate, naturalistic floral motifs scattered throughout the center. These blossoms-rendered in soft creams, light blues, and beige-are stylized yet organic, reflecting the subtle influence of Western Art Deco sensibilities on traditional Chinese iconography.
As a true room size rug, this piece is perfectly scaled to anchor a formal living space or dining area, providing both comfort and historical context. The craftsmanship is robust, typical of the fine wool pile and sturdy construction employed by master weavers in Chinese rugs during this period of high demand for export quality pieces.
The complex, multi-layered border frames the composition with a striking contrast, featuring a deep indigo band interwoven with meandering vines and large stylized flowers. This piece is not merely a floor covering but a significant artifact, representing the pinnacle of decorative arts among antique rugs produced in the cosmopolitan centers of the 1920s.
Condition:
Alterations: Unknown
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Good
Origin:
China
Materials & Techniques:
Wool
Details:
Rug Construction: Hand Knotted
Country of Origin: China
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Pattern: Medallion/Crest
Condition
Unknown; Some Imperfections; Good
Buyer's Premium
20%
Dimensions
0.5 x 108 x 138 in
1920s Brown Floral Medallion Antique Chinese Peking Rug 9'0"x 11'6" Handknotted Wool Carpet
Estimate $4,400-$11,700
Starting Price
$2,200
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Sep 22, 2026, 4:00 PM EDTNew York, NY, United States
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