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Vintage Art Deco Chinese Nichols Rug

$19,900
£15,099.66
€17,265.11
CA$27,794.90
A$30,904.15
CHF 16,136.44
MX$376,178.77
NOK 205,893.98
SEK 192,912.82
DKK 128,852.72
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About the Item

A truly stunning example of early 20th-century design, this vintage hand-knotted Chinese Art Deco Nichols rug is a rare gem from the 1900s. Set against an enchanting eggplant or pale mauve field, the rug features a graceful floral and landscape motif, with blooming trees, delicate flowers, and serene pagodas woven into a peaceful country scene. A rich dark blue border frames the composition, grounding the soft elegance of the central design. The wool is exceptionally soft and luminous, with a silk-like shimmer that catches the light beautifully—enhancing the rug’s depth and richness. In truly excellent condition, this piece embodies the refined craftsmanship and aesthetic restraint that have made Chinese Art Deco rugs increasingly desirable among collectors and designers alike. With its simple yet sophisticated design and unique, harmonious color palette, this Nichols rug offers timeless beauty and charm—perfect for both traditional and modern interiors. Dimensions: 8’ 11” x 11’ 3” Date of Manufacture: 1st Quarter of the 1900s Place of Origin: China Material: Wool pile on a cotton foundation Condition: Excellent The Persian Knot, SKU 1510 Art Deco Chinese, Chinese Art Deco, Art Deco Rugs, Antique Peking Rugs, Vintage Art Deco Rugs, Rugs Art Deco, Art Deco Nichols, Chinese Carpet Dragon, Nichols Deco Rugs, Chinese Art Deco Nichols, Nichols Art Deco Carpet, Chinese Floral Rugs, Chinese Peking Rugs, Peking Carpets, Antique Chinese Peking Carpets, Antique Peking Rug, Antique Peking Carpet, Chinese Rug Dragon, Peking Chinese, Chinese Pagoda Rug, Vintage Oriental Rugs, Antique Oriental Rugs, Vintage China Rugs.
  • Dimensions:
    Width: 107 in (271.78 cm)Length: 135 in (342.9 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Cotton,Wool,Hand-Knotted
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1920-1929
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    Barrington, IL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: The Persian Knot, SKU 15101stDibs: LU8224237483622

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