East Asian Central Asian Rugs

Two shape panels, joined together with lotus flower head, angular vine and stylised cloud band frame. Classic for this type with well drawn motifs and good colour combination. This s...

This new wool needlepoint is an elegant piece woven with an asymmetrical floral design woven with a beautiful circular floral medallion on a repeating pattern background. A bold enclosing border then frames this. The traditional design and contemporary colour palette in this wool carpet make it suitable for any modern or classic interior. This attractive wool rug was constructed with only the finest hand-spun wool and cotton that have been dyed with organic vegetable dyeing techniques that have been used for generations. Master weavers employ traditional techniques in the construction, creating highly durable carpets that are sure to last for decades if cared for correctly. This needlepoint rug is in great condition, ready for use in any home or office environment. Our team source only the finest interior accessories, with years of experience, let our team help you find the perfect accent pieces for your home interior. Our inventory includes a range of modern rugs, vintage rugs and antique rugs. With a huge range of colours and sizes available now. Small Wool Needlepoint Runner rug...

Gallery size worn Khotan rug from the 19th century with a pomegranate design. Measures: 6'4'' x 13'2''.

Nice vintage Chinese rug with beautiful Chinese design and a red field color, entirely hand knotted with wool velvet on cotton foundation. ✨✨✨ "Experience the epitome of luxury and ...

We are delighted to offer for sale this very large country house, vintage Chinese design rug with lovely Floral aqua and pink tones I have a collecti...

A late 19th century Chinese rug featuring 3 monkeys and some birds on a landscape scene. Navy field, beige accent colors. Some age-related wear Measures: ...

Very beautiful late 19th century Chinese rug with nice Chinese floral design and beautiful natural colors, entirely hand knotted with wool velvet on cotton foundation. ✨✨✨ "Experien...

An early-20th-century room size Chinese rug in the navy, beige, and gray color family. The wool and feel of the rug is very soft on the feet. It...

Wonderful large Chinese Beijing Art Deco rug with nice Chinese design and light colors, entirely and finely hand knotted with wool velvet on cotton foundation.

Beautiful vintage large Chinese rug mid-20th century, nice Chinese design and a purple color field. Entirely hand knotted with wool velvet on cotton ...

An Exciting Artistic and Funky Vintage Purple Pomegranate Design Silk Khotan Rug, Country of Origin / Rug Type: East Turkestan Rugs, Circa Date: Vintage / Mid 20th Century. Size: 5 f...

Beautiful China/Asia salon carpet. Late 20th Century Extremely high quality Asia carpet, finely knotted and colored cork wool. Supple cork wool of excellent quality. Backgroun...

An antique East Turkestan Khotan accent rug in square format handmade during the early 20th century. Measures: 7' 0" x 8' 7".

Beautiful Chinese rug from Beijing, with beautiful Chinese design and nice colors with blue, yellow, orange and purple, entirely and finely hand knotted with wool velvet on cotton fo...

Pretty mid century Chinese Beijing rug with nice Chinese Art Deco design and beautiful colors, entirely and finely hand knotted with wool velvet on cotton foundation. ✨✨✨ "Experienc...

This bold striped carpet area rug is a flat woven kilim, woven by hand in the early 21st century. The design features an abstract colourful pattern woven in accents of yellow, grey and black. The colour and the design make this piece the perfect accent rug for both classic and modern spaces. Kilim rugs are flat-woven with traditional techniques that have been used for centuries. They only use the finest locally sourced materials, including hand-spun wool and cotton that have been dyed with organic dyeing techniques. The construction and maintenance used to make this piece hard-wearing and suitable for any high traffic area in your home. This piece is in excellent condition. JK-568064 Our team source only the finest interior accessories, with years of experience, let our team help you find your perfect accent peices for your home interior. Our inventory includes a range of modern rugs, vintage rugs and antique rugs. With a huge range of colours and sizes available now. Modern Kilim Rug Blue Wool...

One of the most remote locations in Asia, the area known as East Turkestan was a pivotal stop along the Silk Road, uniting the cultures of India, Persia, and China. This rich multicu...

A mid-20th-century room size Chinese rug in soft brown and olive tones Measures: 7'10'' x 10'9''.

Exquisite mid-century blue Chinese rug featuring a captivating antique design, meticulously hand-knotted with wool velvet on a cotton foundation. Elevate your space with this beautif...

A high Decorative Khotan Gallery size rug with a pomegranate motif on a gray field. Overall even medium pile condition circa 1920, measures: 6'7" x 1...

One of the most remote locations in Asia, the area known as East Turkestan was a pivotal stop along the Silk Road, uniting the cultures of India, Persia, and China. This rich multicultural mix is reflected in the exquisite carpets created in the region, which combine Turkoman designs with Islamic motifs and Chinese color palettes. For centuries, nomadic weavers from all across East Turkestan have travelled to the oasis towns of Samarkand, Kashgar, and Khotan to sell their woven wares. Dated to the early 20th century, this beautifully knotted Samarkand carpet is patterned with a traditional design of branching red pomegranate trees...

A Chinese Art Deco Nichols rug with a pictorial animal design on a goldenrod field surrounded by a pink and plum floral motif navy border Measures: 7’10” x 9' 8".

This hand loomed thick pile wool rug would have been used for sleeping on or under during the cold nights in the Himalayas. These rugs would also be used draped...

A colorful East Turkestan Khotan rug from the early 20th century Measures: 4'4" x 9'1'' Khotan, an ancient Buddhist kingdom, was located on a branch of the famous Silk Road in Ea...

An antique Mongolian room size carpet handmade during the early 20th century with a contemporary Art Deco style geometric pattern in neutral colors. Measures: 9' 2" x 11' 1" The craft of the hand-knotted carpet in China, and the surrounding areas including Mongolia and Tibet, extends into the early centuries of the first millennium, C.E., but we really have a firm grasp only beginning in the later 16th century with large, very coarsely woven carpets, often depicting dragons, created for the Imperial Forbidden City palaces. Chinese carpets have always been commercial and there are no tribal groups responsible for any of the carpet weaving strains. When the Ming Dynasty fell in 1644, with no Imperial patrons, production moved to the city of Ningxia in north central China where several workshops turned out more finely woven pieces for the Mandarins of the administrative Ch’ing bureaucracy and well-to-do merchants. Ningxia was the major Chinese carpet center up through most of the 19th century, with first allover and then medallion designs on cotton foundations in medium weaves. Palettes were initially limited to yellows, dark blue and cream, but later widened to include reds, browns and even green. These antiques were the first Chinese carpets to be exported to the West and they fitted in well with the craze for Chinese blue-and-white porcelain in the second half of the 19th century. Ningxia also wove shaped and rectangular small rugs for saddle underlays, chair (“throne”) seats and shaped backs, pillar carpets with dragons or monks for Buddhist monasteries, and long divided runners for monastery meditation halls. These small rugs are among the most collectible of all Chinese weavings. Weavers from Ningxia set up workshops in the capital Peking (Beijing) in the 1860’s and began weaving Western room sizes for export, primarily to America. In blue – and – white and polychrome palettes, with round wreath medallions, precious objects, seasonal flowers, paeonies, lotuses, fretwork, clouds, butterflies and bats, all relatively spaciously drawn. The round “Shou” (Good Luck) character is also a prominent decorative motif. There are also a few Peking landscape pictorials with pagodas, houses, bridges, waterscapes and boats. Peking carpets were woven right up until WWII and production began again after the Cultural Revolution around 1970. They are moderately well-woven, on cotton foundations, exactingly executed and indisputably Chinese. Many are in the blue-and-white style. Nothing else looks like a Peking carpet and for a Chinese “look” in a room, they are absolutely indispensable. Sizes range from scatters and a few runners, through the popular 9’12’ size, to large carpets over 20’ which must have been special orders. The earliest Peking Revival carpets are pliable and fairly thin, but they became heavier and more compact in the 20th century, in competition with Art Deco carpets from Tientsin. The modern, post- 1970, pieces are in the traditional Peking style, but are a little too regular and neat. Exactitude has been favored over character, as hard to explain that as it is. There are a number of all-silk and silk-and –metal thread pieces, many with inscriptions purporting to link them with rooms in the Imperial palaces, bringing very substantial auction prices, but none are really antique. The genre emerged after WWI and the present demand comes from mainland Chinese. The silk piles often stand in pattern relief against flat woven gold metal thread grounds. The inscriptions are apocryphal, the rugs are flashily opulent, perfect for nouveaux riches. The Art Deco period between the two World Wars saw a distinctive carpet industry developing in Tientsin (Tianjin) in northeastern China. These are highly prized for their transitional design character, neither overtly Chinese, nor abstractly modern/contemporary. Woven exclusively for export, usually by and for American firms, such as Nichols and Elbrook, they are totally in the “Jazz Age Modern” style of the 1920’s, often without borders, with abstract or abstracted patterns, and only with, at best, a few Chinese-y pattern elements. Vases asymmetrically placed in the corners are features of some of the more Chinese-y carpets. Open fields with floral sprays and branches growing in from the edges are anther design innovation. Often, Chinese motives have been re-imagined in more sharp-edged, abstract manners. Some have no references whatsoever to natural elements. The patterns are sharp and the rugs are never subdued, soft or restrained. The rugs are heavily constructed, with crisp, unfading dyes and medium to medium coarse weaves on cotton foundations. All are extremely well-executed, with none of the vagaries, variations or twists found on even high-quality Persian rugs. The majority are in the 9’ by 12’ format and a surprising number can be found in top condition. There also was a substantial production in Peking from, especially from the Fette factory. Elliptical and round carpets, and lighter, often pastel colors, were a specialty. Nothing looks like an Art Deco Chinese and they work well with traditional Chinese furniture and the most modern decor as well. These is no substitute for a good Chinese Art Deco carpet. Chinese carpets also include small scatters from Tibet, with high quality wool, floating dragons and allover textile patterns. The colors of vintage and modern pieces are bright, but there are antique small rugs (sleeping rugs) with simple chessboard allovers. Only a few large antique Tibetan carpets...

This New English Style Needlepoint was handwoven in the early 21st century and featured a traditional country house design with an oval central medallion and symmetrical surrounding ...

Nice Sinkiang rug late 20th century with beautiful geometrical design and light colors with beige, blue, pink, green, entirely hand knotted with wool velvet on cotton foundations. ✨...

A striking early 20th century Central Asian Khotan rug with wonderful large-scale flowers and scrolling baroque ornamentations, all woven in beautiful muted greens, golds, reds, and ...

Hand knotted in quality wool, this 6x12 antique Khotan rug originates from Turkestan circa 1920-1930. This muted drawing prevails in delicious tones of b...

Nice large rug from China or Samarkand, mid-20th century, with a beautiful design and patterns, decorative carpet, and beautiful colors with purple, entirely hand knotted with wool v...

Originating from Turkestan circa 1920-1930, this antique Khotan rug s a features a medallion pattern that stands secured in an all over geometric design accompanied with elegant flow...

An antique Central Asian Samarkand room size carpet handmade during the early 20th century. Measures: 8' 3" x 10' 2".

Antique Chinese rug, Origin: China, circa 1900. Size: 1 ft 9 in x 2 ft (0.53 m x 0.61 m).  

Traditional Handwoven Luxury Wool Semi Antique Beige. Size 8'-7" X 11'-11".

This elegant needlepoint rug was woven by hand in the early 21st century, using traditional techniques and materials. The beautiful Aubusson design features two oval, floral medallions woven in accents of pink, ivory and green on a cream repeat pattern background. The colours and design revealed in this runner rug make it the perfect accent accessory for any home interior. Suitable for both Classic and modern home styles. This attractive wool rug was constructed with only the finest hand-spun wool and cotton that have been dyed with organic vegetable dyeing techniques that have been used for generations. Master weavers employ traditional techniques in the construction creating highly durable carpets that are sure to last for decades if cared for correctly. This bold needlepoint is in great condition, ready for use in any home. Beige floral needlepoint rug traditional Aubusson runner...

Hand knotted in fine quality wool, this 6x13 antique Khotan rug hails from East Turkestan circa 1920-1930. Featuring an abrashed pink backdrop, the sketch carries three beige-brown m...

Rare blue 2-tone Chinese narrow runner from the middle of the 20th century. Repetitive Design in field and border. The condition is excellent Measures: 2'4" x 9'5".

Hand knotted in rare quality wool, this 5x10 antique Khotan runner originates from East Turkestan circa 1920-1930. This rustic drawing enjoys a blissful union of patterns in an abras...

Hand knotted in quality wool, this antique 6x12 Khotan rug originates from East Turkestan circa 1920-1930. Bearing the fine design sensibilities of the early 20th century, the runner...

An antique East Turkestan Khotan rug in runner format with a pomegranate design handmade during the mid-20th century. Measures: 2' 2" x 7' 6" Central Asian Rugs & Carpets: Central Asia is a vast area stretching from Northeastern Persia to western China, and from northern Afghanistan to the southern edge of Russia. The carpets can be usefully divided into three groups: the nomadic Turkmen rugs of Turkmenistan, northern Afghanistan, and northeastern Persia; the non-Turkmen tribal pieces from Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, and Kirghizstan; and the urban creations of Khotan, Yarkand, and Kashgar, oasis cities of Western China (Xinjiang Province). Commercially, the most important group is from Khotan, the easternmost of the Chinese Turkestan cities. The craft of rug weaving is primarily in the hands of Muslim Uighurs. Khotan carpets mix purely Central Asian design themes with Chinese elements. Native Khotan devices include pomegranate trees, upright flowers, round medallions, and yellow or red grounds. Chinese motives include triangular fretwork corners, swastika fretwork, and Yun-Tsao Tou (clouds and rain) diagonally striped polychrome borders. Cotton foundations, asymmetrical (Persian) knots, and medium weaves are standard. Some vintage Khotan are in horizontal, pictorial layouts with multiple various vases and plants. Saphs (multiple prayer niche panel carpets) are also a Khotan specialty. Others employ stepped and layered lozenge medallions, singly or in pairs. Still others, almost all antique, feature a stylized version of the allover Persian Herati design. Many of the oldest pieces employ brown wool wefts. Antique and vintage Khotans are almost always in the k’ang (double square) layout, conforming to the local household plans. Only relatively recently has the 6’ by 12’ or 7’ by 16’ format been replaced by the 9’ by 12’ size. As a result, an antique room size Khotan carpet is very uncommon. Reds are cinnamon, tomato and rust, never wine reds, crimson, or scarlet. Yarkand, farther west on the old Silk Road specializes in multi-medallion long carpets while Kashgar, farthest west and most under Persian influence, has traditionally knotted allover pattern pieces with finer weaves, often with silk piles, and enriched with medal thread, on cotton foundations. Extant Kashgars go back to the 17th century, but the carpet craft in Chinese Turkestan must be much older as fragments have been recovered from local tombs of the early C.E. period. Kashgars are the rarest of all East Turkestan rugs. Most available vintage East Turkestan carpets are interwar Khotans, many with pleasingly soft decorative palettes. The non-Turkmen nomads include the Kazakh, Kirghiz, Uzbek, and Karakalpak groups. Like the Turkmen, they were once all seasonally migratory, dwelling in round felt tents (yurts), but have been settled, at least partially, in the villages, and have taken up crafts and agriculture instead of sheep herding. As a result, carpet production has transitioned from domestic tent use to commercial sale, but the roots of long traditions are still evident. The Uzbeks weave...

"This New English Style Needlepoint was handwoven in the early 21st century and featured a traditional Aubusson design with an oval central medallion and symmetrical surrounding desi...

Originating from East Turkestan between 1920-1940, this semi-antique transitional Khotan rug from Rug & Kilim is entering its first year as an antique in good condition. Handmade in ...

Embroidery Suzani with floral design and beautiful vivid colors. Rug/H-1306-1, Uzbekistan Suzani "Suzani" means needlework and these embroideries are some of the most characteris...

A worn early 20th century Khotan gallery rug. Gray ground, soft red accent pomegranates throughout. accents in yellow and brown circa 1910, measures: 6'4" x 12'10".

Very beautiful large Khotan rug with nice design in the style of Persian carpets, with a beautiful patterns, and a blue field colors, circa 1980, enti...

Small Scatter square size gold antique Chinese rug, country of origin: China, circa early 19th century. Size: 2 ft 1 in x 2 ft 6 in (0.63 m x 0.76 m).

Tsuk truk rug, Tibet, early 20th C., Measures: 2'8'' x 5'2'' (81 x 157 cm). Wool. Red/orange border on chocolate brown.

Discover the exquisite charm of this mid-20th century Chinese Khotan rug, featuring a captivating geometrical design in vibrant yellow, green, and red hues. Entirely hand-knotted wit...

On the lookout for a new carpet to enhance your living room or bedroom? This Beautiful needlepoint could make the perfect accessory. This wool needlepoint is a traditional textile woven by hand. The central design has been woven on a simple cream background and features an elegant symmetrical floral...

Are you looking for a new carpet to enhance your living room or bedroom? These Beautiful rugs could make the perfect accessories. These elegant wool needlepoints are classic examples...

This New English style needlepoint was handwoven in the early 21st century and featured a traditional country house design with a scroll and flower central design and symmetrical surrounding pattern. Woven with an elegant colour palette of deep red, beige and cream. The colour palette and Traditional Design revealed in this piece are sure to enhance any room it is introduced to. This attractive wool rug was constructed with only the finest hand-spun wool and cotton that have been dyed with organic vegetable dyeing techniques that have been used for generations. Master weavers employ traditional techniques in the construction, creating highly durable textiles that are sure to last for decades if cared for correctly. This elegant red needlepoint is in excellent condition, ready for use in any home. Our team source only the finest interior accessories, with years of experience, let our team help you find the perfect accent pieces for your home interior. Our inventory includes a range of modern rugs, vintage rugs and antique rugs. With a huge range of colours and sizes available now. Handmade carpet red wool needlepoint rug...

"Exquisite early 20th-century Chinese rug featuring a stunning design. The centerpiece boasts a majestic dragon surrounded by four animals on a beige field, adorned with intricate bl...

On the lookout for a new carpet to enhance your living room or bedroom? This Beautiful rug could make the perfect accessory. This elegant wool needlepoint is a classic example of a m...

Beautiful earthtone square size antique Mongolian rug, Country of Origin: Mongolia, Circa date: Late 19th century. Size: 10 ft 6 in x 11 ft 3 in ...

This highly decorative needlepoint rug was woven by hand in the early 21st century. The design has been intricately woven with sophistication. Featuring a bold central medallion that has been decorated with beautiful flowers and scroll details. This has then been framed by an elegant floral border that encloses the high-class medallion. This fine handwoven carpet is a modern rug woven with fine organic materials including hand-spun wool and cotton. Organically died with vegetable dyeing techniques that have been used for generations. This traditional Aubusson style needlepoint rug is in excellent condition and is ready for use in any home. Our team source only the finest interior accessories, with years of experience, let our team help you find the perfect accent pieces for your home interior. Our inventory includes a range of modern rugs, vintage rugs and antique rugs. With a huge range of colours and sizes available now. Decorative handmade carpet needlepoint rug Traditional beige Tapestry...

East Turkestan Khotan rug. Measures: 4'9" x 9'1".

Beautiful and Decorative Oriental Antique Khotan Rug, Country of Origin: East Turkestan, Circa date: 1910s. Size: 6 ft 7 in x 11 ft 7 in (2.01 m x 3.53 m)

77325 antique Eastern Turkestan Pictorial Khotan rug with Eclectic Northwestern style. This hand knotted wool antique Eastern Turkestan Khot...