Antique Chinese Art Deco Rug in Navy Blue with Pictorial, from Rug & Kilim

An 8x10 vintage rug exemplifying 1920s Chinese Art Deco sensibilities, featuring intricate floral patterns on field & border alike in tones of pale ...

Made with hand-knotted wool and originating from China, this 11x13 oversized antique Peking rug features an intricate symbolic pictorial design with Buddhist and Taoist motifs on a midnight-blue field framed by a formal ivory border—an exciting new curation from Rug & Kilim’s collection of late 19th century rugs. On the Design: Exemplifying pictorial traditions of late 19th century imperial workshop productions, this design centers on a distinctive hourglass-shaped medallion rendered in ivory with detailed scale patterns and internal floral motifs, likely representing a stylized Buddhist endless knot symbol. Surrounding this central element is a complex arrangement of auspicious symbols and narrative vignettes scattered across the deep blue field in a deliberate asymmetrical composition. Notable motifs include court figures, elephants with riders, vases, floral arrangements, and various Buddhist and Taoist emblems including ruyi scepters and cloud formations.The branching ivory-colored linear elements create structural organization across the field, connecting various pictorial elements while suggesting a cosmic or landscape framework. The border employs a formal arrangement with an ivory ground hosting Buddhist emblems and stylized floral motifs, punctuated by blue diamond patterns at the corners and midpoints. Calligraphic cartouches appear at the top and bottom borders, likely containing auspicious inscriptions or dedications. The restricted palette—predominantly indigo, ivory, and selective pale blue accents—creates visual coherence. This rug represents the refined aesthetic sensibilities of late Qing dynasty textile...

A 5 x 7 vintage rug exemplifying Chinese Deco sensibilities, featuring intricate floral patterns on field & border alike in tones of cream, light red...

This antique 11x13 IndoChinese Samarkand rug is a rare new addition to Rug & Kilim’s prized classic curations. Hand-knotted in wool, it originates circa 1920-1930. Further on the D...

Beautiful antique Art Deco Chinese hand knotted wool rug with Navy-blue field. This rug has a frame of beige and accents of red, purple, and green in a gorgeous all-over Chinese flor...

Antique Chinese Peking Carpet in Dark Blue Background S12-0510, 1920’s Antique Chinese Peking Rug- 4' X 6'8 The saturated blue field of this piece forms a vibrant backdrop for a medallion with four-corner lotus blossom flowers, which were symbols of purity and spirituality in Buddhist traditions. An unusual interlocking flower and vine design within the border adds an element of intrigue to this antique Chinese wool rug...

Beautiful antique Chinese Art Deco hand-knotted scatter wool rug with navy blue color field. This piece has multicolor hues adorned with a classic Chinese floral design. This rug m...

This lovely antique blue and gold handwoven Chinese rug with flowers measures 3 x 5.10 ft. and is from the 1900-1910s.