Antique Chinese Art Deco Rug in Green With Florals - Rug & Kilim

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Made with hand-knotted wool and originating from China circa 1920-1930, this 4X5 antique Chinese Art Deco Rug is a rare … Read more Made with hand-knotted wool and originating from China circa 1920-1930, this 4X5 antique Chinese Art Deco Rug is a rare and exciting new curation in Rug & Kilim’s collection of Chinoiserie classics from this iconic movement.

On the Design:

This Antique Chinese Art Deco rug exemplifies the sophisticated elegance of the Chinoiserie movement, particularly through its asymmetrical placement of a sprawling cherry blossom branch motif on a luminous jade green field. The intricate branch employs a delicate color palette of soft rose, crimson, coral, and pale yellow, which blooms dramatically against the saturated, jewel-toned ground, creating an immediate sense of depth and artistry.

The gentle cascade of flowers and buds showcases the period's commitment to natural, flowing lines, contrasting sharply with the angular European Art Deco style. The vast expanse of the jade green negative space becomes an active design element, allowing the eye to trace the delicate, naturalistic progression of the branch.

It’s an extremely collectible piece, speaking to the artistry of the period rugs from the Nichols and Fette halcyon days, valued for its historical place in design and its timeless quality as a masterpiece of Chinoiserie style.

Condition:

This antique Chinese Deco rug further enjoys an overall good condition for its age and origin—an impressive find among antique rugs of a celebrated weaving tradition. See less