Oversized Antique Hooked Rug in Gold With Chinese Floral Designs - Rug & Kilim

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This 10x14 antique hooked rug is an elegant new addition to Rug & Kilim’s Antique collection—a rare and fascinating folk-art … Read more This 10x14 antique hooked rug is an elegant new addition to Rug & Kilim’s Antique collection—a rare and fascinating folk-art piece featuring beautiful Chinese design influences, handmade in wool circa 1920-1929.
On the Design:
Connoisseurs of the craft will be captivated by this piece, which represents a fascinating intersection of traditional folk-art techniques and the 1920s fascination with Chinese aesthetics. The expansive, warm beige field provides a spacious, minimalist canvas that allows the central floral medallion to truly sing. This center arrangement features a romantic, softly rendered bouquet of rose, mauve, and light blue blossoms nestled among sage green leaves, all beautifully framed by an elegant, scrolling taupe garland.
The Chinese influence is further highlighted by the matching floral sprays in each corner and the distinctive, disconnected scroll motifs that make up the minimalist outer border—a hallmark of classic 1920s East Asian carpets. It is incredibly unusual and highly collectible to see this sophisticated, East-meets-West aesthetic translated so faithfully into the textured, inviting medium of a handmade wool rug. The resulting piece offers the elegant, open design of a classic Chinese textile with the cozy, tactile charm of traditional hooked craft, making it a spectacular anchor for grand, eclectic interiors.
Condition:
This antique wool hooked rug enjoys good condition for its age and origin. See less