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Antique Chinese Art Deco Baotou Rug with Scholar Pictorial
$8,399.25
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€7,300.88
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About the Item
78185 Antique Chinese Art Deco Rug, 10'02 x 11'07. Woven in the hallowed looms of Baotou—a preeminent weaving center nestled along the ancient trade routes between Ningxia and Beijing—this antique Chinese pictorial rug is more than a textile; it is a masterwork of cultural legacy and philosophical elegance. Hand-knotted from the region’s exceptionally fine wool, raised in the cold, arid climate of Inner Mongolia, the piece exudes a luxurious tactility that only time and heritage can produce. This one-of-a-kind rug bears the imprint of a pivotal artistic moment in Chinese decorative arts—when a mural painter of temple walls introduced pictorial storytelling into rug making, forever altering the course of Baotou craftsmanship. As such, this piece is not only rare—it is emblematic of a turning point, a treasure born at the convergence of art, philosophy, and function.
At the heart of this exclusive textile lies a pictorial medallion of striking refinement, its composition a serene still life of scholarly symbolism. A Chinese scroll, a bound book, a chessboard, a lute, and delicate florals rest in graceful union, cradled by Ruyi cloud band motifs that seem to float effortlessly across the open field. These elements, drawn from the Confucian ideal of self-cultivation, invite the viewer into an aspirational world where scholarship and spiritual elevation are the highest pursuits. This is not merely a rug—it is a visual philosophy, a meditation on the virtues of wisdom, harmony, and inner poise. It is a piece for the connoisseur who understands that beauty can be both decorative and deeply meaningful—a possession that elevates not just the home, but the soul of its beholder.
A palette of tranquil sophistication—rich golds, soft blues, ivory, and subdued cinnabar—infuses the composition with a sense of timeless calm, while floral arrangements in each corner seem to bloom into the field with unrestrained vitality. These blossoms, expertly rendered with painterly detail, suggest the fleeting beauty of life and the eternal cycle of renewal. The refined colorblocking of the field adds a layer of architectural grace, while also underscoring the unique pictorial focus. This juxtaposition of visual balance and expressive spontaneity is the mark of a master weaver’s touch—each knot an homage to impeccable craftsmanship and the transcendent power of artistry.
Today, pieces of this caliber are increasingly elusive, their scarcity magnifying their value and mystique. This Baotou rug stands as a preeminent symbol of cultivated taste, the kind of heirloom that garners reverence from scholars, collectors, and aesthetes alike. To own such a piece is to lay claim to a slice of artistic history—an object once reserved for the halls of scholars, literati, or nobility. It is a tailored statement of refinement and exclusivity, one that quietly announces its worth through grace, legacy, and the quiet authority of true luxury. In a world of the fleeting and the mass-produced, this rug endures as a bespoke embodiment of status, story, and substance.
Rendered in variegated shades of camel, amethyst, ecru, purple, navy blue, mauve, rose, tawny, lilac, latte, and orchid with other accent colors.
Desirable Age Wear.
Abrash.
Hand-knotted wool.
Made in China.
Measures: 10'02 x 11'07.
Date: 1920s. Early 20th Century.
- Similar to:Walter Nichols (Designer)
- Dimensions:Width: 122 in (309.88 cm)Length: 139 in (353.06 cm)
- Style:Art Deco (In the Style Of)
- Materials and Techniques:Wool,Hand-Knotted
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1920-1929
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Abrash. Desirable Age Wear.
- Seller Location:Dallas, TX
- Reference Number:Seller: 78185 Antique Chinese Art Deco Rug, 10 02 x 11 071stDibs: LU942929412432
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