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18th Century Chinese Ningxia Rug with Floral Medallion and Butterflies

$16,774.01
£12,487.16
€14,000
CA$22,976.20
A$25,554.55
CHF 13,343.79
MX$310,971.70
NOK 170,420.59
SEK 159,824.45
DKK 106,577.11
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About the Item

Characterised by the delicate drawing which distinguishes the weavings of the short and noble Yongzheng period (1723-1735), it has a beautifully drawn round medallion composed of conjoined lotus flowers, surrounded by butterflies and other floral motifs of unique gracefulness, placed on a coral rose background. This piece is featured in our current web exhibition entitled 'Hunting and Gathering: China, Tibet & East Turkestan'.
  • Dimensions:
    Width: 50.01 in (127 cm)Length: 72.84 in (185 cm)
  • Style:
    Ming (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Wool,Hand-Knotted
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1723-1735
  • Condition:
    Rewoven. Wear consistent with age and use. Medium to good pile overall with minor, scattered areas of repiling. The right hand selvedge is original.
  • Seller Location:
    Milan, IT
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: Alberto Levi Gallery 004781stDibs: LU95493013362

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