Antique Navy Background Chinese Rug

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Antique Navy Background Chinese Rug

About the Item

Beautiful antique navy background Chinese rug, country of origin / rug type: China, date circa 1900 Antique Chinese rugs as opposed to most of the antique rug productions were woven almost exclusively for internal consumption. Since they were mostly sheltered from European and western influences, this offers us the reason why these carpets have a very unique truly ethnically Chinese look and appeal. Only during the early part of the 19th century did they open their markets to the countries of the west (for rugs – they have been exporting porcelain, bronzes, wooden and other works of art for many years prior to the 19th century). It is during this period (the early 1900's and on) that we see a major and unmistakable change in the production, abandoning the traditional ornamental look to a more open and even Chinese Art Deco design. This shift in production brought with it a more commercial approach to the Chinese rug market with less attention to the quality and artistry of every single piece to more mass appeal look and price. This explains why there are so many of the so called art deco Chinese carpets in the market today. Widely seen in Chinese rug designs, one also finds the Pinyan Wan / Swastika – (a symbol that has been associated with the horrible acts of the Nazi party) over 3000 years old this symbol, which even predates both the Egyptian Ahnk, the symbol used to represent harmony and Dharma, the balance of opposites. Chinese Rugs are some of the most collectible rugs in the market today, sought after by collectors and consumers alike. They are widely appreciated for their uniqueness for they truly look like no other rug… instantaneously taking the onlooker on a journey to a place and time that is far simpler calmer than the world we live in today (thus achieving the goal of any truly great work of art).

Dimensions:
Width: 26 in (66.04 cm)Length: 49 in (124.46 cm)
Style:
Chinese Export (In the Style Of)
Materials and Techniques:
Wool,Hand-Knotted
Place of Origin:
China
Period:
Early 20th Century
Date of Manufacture:
1900
Condition:
Wear consistent with age and use.
Seller Location:
New York, NY
Reference Number:
Seller: 497991stDibs: LU859710953401