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Antique Chinese European style needlepoint, Size: 8' 8' x 12' 2''.
Vintage Needlepoint Chinese Floral, Geometric Rug, Country of Origin: …
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Antique Chinese European style needlepoint, Size: 8' 8' x 12' 2''.
Vintage Needlepoint Chinese Floral, Geometric Rug, Country of Origin: China, Circa Date: 1980s. This exquisite piece showcases the luxurious texture inherent in needlepoint rugs, offering a dense, velvety pile that captures light beautifully. The design marries traditional European formality with the precise craftsmanship characteristic of Asian textile arts.
The commanding field is rendered in a deep, saturated tone, providing a dramatic canvas for the vibrant palette of the motifs. This striking use of a dark ground places it among the most elegant black color rugs. The intricate pattern features repeating medallions formed by lush floral wreaths, interspersed with scrolling golden foliage, a sophisticated interpretation often seen in high-quality Chinese rugs.
While produced in the 1980s, this piece draws heavily upon 18th and 19th-century European court designs, making it a superb example of vintage area rugs that transcend specific eras. Its substantial dimensions suggest it was intended as a centerpiece, defining a major living space or dining area, qualifying it as one of our exceptional room size rugs.
The geometric structure, though softened by the profusion of naturalistic floral elements, provides essential balance and rhythm to the composition. The border reinforces the central theme, featuring continuous garlands and stylized urns, completing a highly decorative and refined statement suitable for both classic and contemporary interiors.
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- Dimensions
- 8′8″ × 12′2″ and 0.25″ thick
- Rug Construction
- Hand Knotted
- Pattern
- Geometric
- Period
- 1980s
- Country of Origin
- China
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Wool
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Black
- Condition Notes
- Good Good less
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