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Vintage Chinese Pictorial Area Rug in Horseback Rider & Wild Horse Scene

$4,900
£3,769.41
€4,375.21
CA$6,910.17
A$7,740.55
CHF 4,065.62
MX$94,122.63
NOK 51,484
SEK 48,872.16
DKK 32,653.88

About the Item

This vintage Chinese pictorial area rug captures a striking and dynamic moment: a horseback rider mid-action, skillfully swinging a rope loop to capture a wild horse in motion. The scene is set against a serene tan and pale pink background, evoking a soft desert or grassland tone that beautifully balances the energy of the composition. Framed by a vibrant multi-color border inspired by traditional Tibetan and Khotan designs, the rug showcases a rich palette of blues, creams, and soft pinks, adding depth and movement to the piece. Crafted with a wool pile on a cotton foundation, this rug blends durability with refined artistry. While perfectly functional as a decorative floor rug, its storytelling charm and bold visual appeal also make it an exceptional choice for wall display—turning your space into a gallery of culture and tradition. Dimensions: 4' 1" x 6’ 1” Date of Manufacture: 3rd Quarter of the 1900s Place of Origin: China Material: Wool pile on a cotton foundation Condition: Good The Persian Knot Gallery, SKU 1931 Vintage Chinese Pictorial Rugs, Khotan Style Rugs, Wall Art Chinese Rugs, Art Deco Chinese, Chinese Art Deco, Art Deco Nichols 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, Antique Peking Carpets, Antique Chinese Peking Carpets, Antique Peking Rug, Antique Peking Carpet, Chinese Rug Dragon, Peking Chinese, Chinese Pagoda Rug, Ivory Color Art Deco Chinese, Riding Horseman Rugs.
  • Dimensions:
    Width: 51 in (129.54 cm)Length: 73 in (185.42 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Cotton,Wool,Hand-Knotted,Hand-Woven
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1950s
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    Barrington, IL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: The Persian Knot, SKU 19311stDibs: LU8224235206362

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