Antique Chinese Art Deco Rug in Blue With Floral Patterns, From Rug & Kilim

Hand-knotted in wool, this antique 9×11 art deco rug originates from China circa 1920-1930.

On the Design

In this particular rug, deep blue tones underscore a play of floral patterns and pictorials in bright, spring-like colors—most visible in the border, where admirers of the craft will note bird and butterfly depictions in particular.

Keen eyes will further admire the more subdued floral patterns in the field—so subtle one almost mistakes this for an open field rug. It’s a most unusual find for this element alone, but this is just one of many rarities and beauties that speak to this rug as a masterpiece of Chinoiserie style.

An extremely collectible piece from the period rugs of the Nichols and Fette halcyon days – both for its place in design history as well as its quality compared to the other few of its caliber today.

On the Condition
The rug thrives in good condition for its age and origin.