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Mid-20th Century Handmade Chinese Accent Rug in Cerulean Blue and Cream
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A vintage Chinese Peking accent rug handmade during the mid-20th century with a cerulean blue field, cream medallion, border, and corner spandrels, and dark blue guard borders.
Measures: 6' 2" x 9' 0".
- Dimensions:Width: 74 in (187.96 cm)Length: 108 in (274.32 cm)
- Style:Chinoiserie (In the Style Of)
- Materials and Techniques:Wool,Hand-Knotted
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- Date of Manufacture:circa 1930
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- Seller Location:New York, NY
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