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79112 Vintage Green Chinese Art Deco Rug, 08'08 x 11'04.
The Jade Blossom: A Rare 1930s Chinese Art Deco Rug …
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79112 Vintage Green Chinese Art Deco Rug, 08'08 x 11'04.
The Jade Blossom: A Rare 1930s Chinese Art Deco Rug of Chinoiserie Elegance
A captivating relic of 1930s chinoiserie glamour, this hand-knotted wool vintage Chinese Art Deco rug emanates the spirit of an era when East met West in a symphony of modern luxury. Bathed in a rare and resplendent shade of jade green—soft yet saturated like the surface of an antique jade vessel—it conjures the serenity of a moonlit garden in full bloom. The gentle abrashed patina and tasteful distressing whisper of time’s passage, transforming this textile into an heirloom imbued with both grace and gravitas. It is not merely a floor covering, but a portal to another age—an objet d’art born from the golden age of handwoven opulence.
Floral sprays burst forth like ink paintings awakened into color, asymmetrically dancing across the field in a choreography that evokes the painterly brushstrokes of Chinese literati art. Blossoms of coral, rose, cerulean, violet, and sunlit gold cascade down winding boughs, blooming mid-air in a balletic display of fleeting beauty. These stylized florals—likely plum blossoms, symbols of perseverance and renewal—embody a quiet spiritual elegance. Rooted in centuries of symbolism yet styled with bold Art Deco minimalism, they form an exceptional composition that bridges dynastic tradition with avant-garde design.
Anchoring this ethereal tableau is a single rockery flourish at the lower edge, painted in jewel tones of lapis and ochre, evoking the scholar's stone—an ancient symbol of contemplation and cultivated taste. The open space surrounding the floral boughs is not emptiness, but intentional stillness: a hallmark of Chinese visual philosophy, inviting reflection, tranquility, and meditative luxury. This tension between space and form, softness and strength, is what elevates this extraordinary work of art to a masterwork of cross-cultural elegance.
In a world of repetition and overproduction, this one-of-a-kind masterpiece stands apart as an emblem of exclusivity, refinement, and meaning. To possess it is to inherit a legacy of artistic connoisseurship—a work that speaks in whispers of the Silk Road, Shanghai salons, and the rarefied language of silent beauty. Ideal for the collector who understands the quiet power of scarcity and the cultural cachet of a piece that is as intellectually rich as it is aesthetically stunning, this Chinese Art Deco rug is more than rare—it is transcendent.
Distressed. Age Wear.
Abrash. Stains.
Hand knotted wool.
Made in China.
Measures: 08'08 x 11'04.
Pile Height: 0.39 of an inch.
Date: 1930's. Early 20th Century.
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- Dimensions
- 8′8″ × 11′4″ and 0.39″ thick
- Rug Construction
- Hand Knotted
- Pattern
- Floral
- Period
- Early 20th Century
- Country of Origin
- China
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Wool
- Condition
- Good Condition, Unknown, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Jade
- Condition Notes
- Abrash. Some Age Wear. Stains. Wear Consistent with Age and Use. If you require more information before purchasing please let … moreAbrash. Some Age Wear. Stains. Wear Consistent with Age and Use. If you require more information before purchasing please let us know. We do our best to ensure that our photos are as true to color as possible as we know every individual may see these colors differently. less
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