1920s Navy Blue Medallion Greek Key Antique Chinese Art Deco Carpet 9' 2''x 12' Knotted Wool Rug

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1920s Chinese Art Deco Carpet ( 9' 2''x 12' - 280 x 365 cm )

Antique Art Deco Chinese Medallion … Read more 1920s Chinese Art Deco Carpet ( 9' 2''x 12' - 280 x 365 cm )

Antique Art Deco Chinese Medallion Navy 1920s Rug, Circa Date: 1920s. This exceptional piece captures the fusion of traditional Chinese symbolism with the bold, geometric aesthetic of the Art Deco movement. Such pieces represent a pivotal moment in textile history, highly sought after among collectors of antique rugs.

The field is dominated by a rich, saturated navy blue, providing a dramatic backdrop for the stylized motifs. This deep indigo hue, characteristic of luxury textiles from the period, allows the ochre, gold, and subtle crimson accents of the design elements to truly resonate. We specialize in finding rare examples of blue color rugs that exhibit this level of saturation and quality.

A powerful central medallion, rendered in stepped geometric lines suggestive of the Greek key or stylized Chinese characters, anchors the composition. Scattered across the field are delicate, coin-like roundels, often containing stylized floral or symbolic patterns, lending the rug a sophisticated sense of movement and balance within its formal structure.

The complex border system frames the design with multiple layers of geometric fretwork in contrasting colors of red and gold. Due to its generous dimensions, this textile functions perfectly as a foundational element, ideal for those seeking sophisticated room size rugs to define a large living space or formal dining area. See less