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19th Century Chinese Floral Silk Metal Thread Rug

About the Item

19th century Chinese floral metal and silk Thread rug Size: 5'0" × 8'0" (152 × 243 cm). A late 19th century antique Chinese metal and silk rug, circa 1880, Origin: China. This is a rare example of Chinese metal and silk thread vintage rug. Antique Chinese silk rugs, unlike most of antique rug productions, were made almost exclusively for domestic use. Only in the 19th century did the marked open to the West in terms of trade, but also design. Chinese skilled weavers adapted western flowery motifs to oriental style. This marvelous rug is a perfect example of this transition. The main field constitutes of rambling herbal motifs and three flower-like medallions. The main border is also covered in floral pattern, whereas outer and inner secondary borders are dark blue, with the inner additionally dotted. It is a treat for any connoisseur of genuine antique rugs.
  • Dimensions:
    Width: 60 in (152.4 cm)Length: 96 in (243.84 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Metal,Silk,Hand-Knotted
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Late 19th Century
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    New York, NY
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: BB62821stDibs: LU822638769552
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