Large Hand-Knotted and Carved Chinese Pictorial Rug
Item Details
A large hand-knotted and carved Chinese pictorial area rug with inscriptions. This finely made wool rug is rendered in a palette of emerald, dusty pink, bright celadon, and mauve. It begins with an emerald star medallion, which encloses an inscription in Chinese characters. The medallion is surrounded by a wide region of scrollwork in pale mauve over a dusty pink field. Outer edges of the field are filled with vignettes including depictions of men with bows and arrows; horse-drawn carriages; women dancing; and men in robes participating in a ritual with cups in hand. Compound borders include inscriptions in Chinese characters, scrollwork, and lappets. Selvedges are overcast. Ends finish with long wool warp fringe. A label is attached to the reverse.
Type | Area Rug |
Manufacturing Process | Handmade |
Period | Neither |
Condition
- there are several small stains; the rug could benefit from professional cleaning.
Dimensions
- approximately 9’ W x 13’ D.
Item #
17LOU120-201-001