1920s Beige Floral Antique Chinese Art Deco Carpet 5'x7'8" Handknotted Wool Rug

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1920s Ivory Small Scatter Size Rectangle Chinese Wool Antique Knotted - Art Deco Rug, Circa Date: 1920s. This exquisite piece … Read more 1920s Ivory Small Scatter Size Rectangle Chinese Wool Antique Knotted - Art Deco Rug, Circa Date: 1920s. This exquisite piece exemplifies the fusion of traditional Chinese craftsmanship with the emerging Art Deco aesthetic of the early 20th century. Its practical small scatter size makes it an ideal accent piece for a hallway, bedside, or intimate sitting area.

The central field is rendered in a beautifully aged, soft ivory color rugs, providing a luminous backdrop that contrasts sharply with the wide, saturated navy blue outer border. This high-contrast palette is characteristic of the finest Chinese Art Deco production, emphasizing clarity and visual depth.

Adhering to the classic Chinese tradition of naturalistic representation, the design features delicate, meandering branches laden with blossoms, classifying it among the most charming floral rugs. The asymmetrical placement of the motifs—including stylized butterflies and corner vases—lends a sense of movement and tranquility to the composition.

Hand-knotted using high-quality Chinese wool, this textile offers a plush, resilient pile that has maintained its integrity over a century. Such refined examples of early 20th-century Chinese weaving are highly sought after by collectors of antique rugs who appreciate their unique blend of Eastern artistry and Western modernist influence. See less