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Antique Chinese Silk Tapestry, Elegant Florals and Birds on Black - Rug
Kilim
$8,000
£6,096.15
€7,030.54
CA$11,362.39
A$12,208.26
CHF 6,549.71
MX$143,827.34
About the Item
Handwoven with a luxurious embroidered silk circa 1920-1930, this 6x7 antique Chinese tapestry is a precious piece newly curated for Rug
Kilim’s Tapestry
Textile collection. A profound work of early-Chinese-Deco textile art, it’s a particularly uncommon find for its bold black ground in addition to its outstanding quality—a luminous window into a period of oriental splendor, where every stitch was a deliberate act of artistry and a testament to the weaver's patience.
On the Design:
This whimsical design captures a fleeting moment in a celestial garden, featuring elegant florals bending gracefully with the wind as if swaying to a silent, ancient melody. Flanking these lush chrysanthemums is a series of birds in flight—most likely hummingbirds, given their intimate relationship to the blossoms and the iridescent precision of their plumage. There is a breathtaking linework and depth in the colors at play here, showcasing a deftness of hand that transforms silk thread into a living, breathing landscape.
What is perhaps most striking is the dramatic positive-negative interplay created by the vibrant spring palette set against a profound, midnight-black ground. This bold choice not only lends the piece a commanding presence but also represents a radical departure from the earthy brown and gold tones typical of this lineage. The black silk acts as a velvet sky, allowing the soft creams, muted greens, and earthy terracottas to pop with an almost cinematic clarity. This rare pictorial piece is a labor of love and a sophisticated homage to nature, offering a unique, avant-garde spirit that remains entirely timeless.
Condition:
Enjoys overall good condition for its age and origin, though it has an additional lining as the keen eye will note in the reverse—intended for wall-hanging purposes as a tapestry only.
- Dimensions:Width: 67 in (170.18 cm)Length: 81 in (205.74 cm)
- Materials and Techniques:Silk,Hand-Knotted
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1920s
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Long Island City, NY
- Reference Number:Seller: 357881stDibs: LU4551148165982
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