Antique Peking Art Deco Rug in Blue With Cream Dragon Pictorial | Rug & Kilim

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Made with hand-knotted wool in China circa 1900-1910, this 9x11 antique Chinese rug is a rare Peking rug of exceptional … Read more Made with hand-knotted wool in China circa 1900-1910, this 9x11 antique Chinese rug is a rare Peking rug of exceptional beauty and quality—an exciting new curation from Rug & Kilim’s collection of early 20th century rugs.

On the Design:

This antique Peking rug in deep indigo features a central dragon figure in luminous ivory, surrounded by stylized clouds and celestial symbols that speak to traditional Chinese iconography. Admirers of the craft will appreciate how the dragon's form commands the field with imperial presence, its sinuous body and flaming pearl creating powerful movement across the surface. The border shows particular finesse through its cloud-band motifs in ivory, providing a perfect frame while maintaining harmony with the central design. It has a sense of grandeur, yet it’s so comfortable in its tones, among the handful of truly special pieces one might call extraordinary in their execution of regal yet comfortable; a fine balance to achieve.

Condition:

This antique Peking rug has some mild distress consistent with age and origin, mainly within two sections of its field, as depicted here. See less