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19th Century Chinese Peking Carpet ( 4'2" x 6'8" - 127 x 203 )
Ivory Beige Cream White 1890s Antique …
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19th Century Chinese Peking Carpet ( 4'2" x 6'8" - 127 x 203 )
Ivory Beige Cream White 1890s Antique Wool Rectangle Hand Knotted Pile Rug, Circa Date: 1890s. This exquisite late 19th-century piece exemplifies the refined aesthetic of Chinese Peking weaving, characterized by a restrained color palette and powerful geometric structure. The field is dominated by a luminous, softly aged ivory beige cream white ground, allowing the navy motifs to achieve maximum contrast.
The design features a sparse, elegant arrangement of three central medallions—two circular and one geometric—rendered in deep indigo. These motifs are complemented by delicate corner spandrels featuring stylized cloud bands and eternal knots. While often categorized as a small scatter size rug, its powerful graphic presence ensures it commands attention in any setting.
A striking Greek Key or Meander border frames the composition, providing a bold, continuous line that anchors the design. The contrast between the saturated blue border and the pale field is a hallmark of this period’s sophisticated taste. Expertly hand-knotted using high-quality wool, the pile retains a luxurious, dense feel consistent with its age.
This piece represents a superb example of late Qing Dynasty textile artistry, perfectly bridging traditional Chinese symbolism with Western decorative preferences of the 1890s. Its enduring quality and timeless design make it an exceptional acquisition for collectors of fine antique rugs.
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- Dimensions
- 4′2″ × 6′8″ and 0.25″ thick
- Styles
- Chinese
- Rug Construction
- Hand Knotted
- Pattern
- Medallion/Crest
- Period
- Late 19th Century
- Country of Origin
- China
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Wool
- Condition
- Good Condition, Restored, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Camel
- Condition Notes
- Good Rewoven. Repaired. Good Rewoven. Repaired. less
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