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19th Century Blue White Medallion with Animals Wool Chinese Rug, circa 1870

$44,369.62
£33,006.52
€37,000
CA$60,757.18
A$67,553.72
CHF 35,272.83
MX$822,293.29
NOK 450,065.90
SEK 421,690.24
DKK 281,660.57
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The animal in the small medallion in the center of this beautiful square Beijing, is a Qilin, it is frequently associated with the cardinal point of the west, instead of the Byakko white tiger, thus becoming one of the four auspicious animals together with the dragon, phoenix and turtle one of the typical chimeras of the Chinese mythological bestiary more than fighting he seems to play happily with the happy that dominates him among graceful clouds. After all the carpet, which for the remaining part is decorated only with flowers and graceful butterflies, has a joyful appearance, despite the severe blue China of the fund.
  • Dimensions:
    Width: 135.44 in (344 cm)Length: 145.28 in (369 cm)
  • Style:
    Chinoiserie (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Wool,Hand-Knotted
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1870
  • Condition:
    Repaired. Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Firenze, IT
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 60501stDibs: LU3685112241243

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