Prepare now for the holidays – Fall is the prime decorating season!
Whether you’re looking for room sizes, or large and oversize rugs suitable for a “great room” – Dilmaghani is the place to buy!
As manufacturers, importers and suppliers to the wholesale trade for nearly a century in the United States, we have one of the largest inventories in the country. You’ll find high quality, hard-to-find rugs at the best prices.
Antique and semi-antique Chinese rugs ranging from the very late 1890’s through 1920’s, 30’s and early 40’s. Rugs in the gallery below are a representation of small area rug sizes available in 2′ x 3′, 2′ x 4′, 2′ x 5′, 3′ x 5′ & 3′ x 6′.
Antique Chinese Rugs Dark Blue Inifinity
Antique Chinese Rug birds, Crane and Tree
Antique Chinese Rug
Antique Chinese Rug
Small antique Chinese rug, decorative for small treasured area in your home or a wall hanging for display.
Antique Chinese rug with Vases
Antique Chinese Rug
Bronze color Antique Chinese rug
Contrasting Ivory Blue Antique Chinese Rug
Antique Chinese Rug Charcoal
Antique Chinese Rug 021357
Small Antique Chinese Rug depicting flowers growing from a body of water
Small Antique Chinese Rug depicting flowers growing from a body of water
Old Chinese Antique rug from the turn of 1900.
Antique Chinese Scatter Rug
Early 1900's small antique Chinese rug with Deep Cobalt Blue field and Peking motif
Very Old Antique Chinese rug From the early 20th Century, 2'x4' with deep ivory field with bronze and copper color
Antique Chinese rug with Wave motif ca. 1920's
Antique Chinese Rug
Antique Chinese Rug
Antique Chinese Scatter Rug
Antique Chinese Rug
Antique Chinese Rug
Antique Chinese Rug
Antique Chinese Rug
Deep Cobalt Blue Antique Chinese Rug early 20th Century
Chinese Rug ca. 1920's.
Antique Chinese rug early Art Deco ca. 1890.
Antique Chinese rug with mirrored design motif of floral vase and table setting. Floral arrangement throughout including geometric grounded elements within the border.
Antique Chinese rug early 20th century. Deep red field with bamboo stem and leaves with open mouth bird.
Small antique Chinese art deco rug ca. 1910. Bronze field with vase and flowers.
Small rug, China ca. 1930. Ivory field with rich saturated blue. Some bright colors.
Antique Chinese scatter rug bold bronze, blue, flowers, geometric floral and curvilinear.
Historical Chinese Influence: One of the most notable eras in carpet making is the Safavid dynasty reigning 1501 – 1722 AD.
As one of the most renown periods in carpet weaving, many are surprised to discover Chinese teaching and influence had a monumental affect before and during this historical period, including Persian rug weaving for centuries to come.
Prior to and into the early Safavid dynasty, artisans from China were brought to Persia in efforts to further the understanding of rug making. Use of curvilinear motif excelled during this time, which historians suggest are largely attributed to Chinese teachings, as well as inclusion & adaptation of motifs from ancient Chinese culture. The Safavid period in turn rendered among the most magnificent masterpieces of Oriental rugs known to humankind. Examples of Chinese influence in Safavid rugs may clearly be seen in milestone pieces such as the historic Twin Ardabil carpets. Ancient cloud band motifs represented within these and other adaptations from Chinese influence may be found in fine carpets from the Safavid period.
Antique Chinese Rugs: Considering the authenticity and historical aspect of these small antique rugs above is quite a exciting. In conjunction with China’s deeply rooted history and influence in rug weaving, another aspect to consider is the time in which these rugs were woven. Many of the antique Chinese rugs in the gallery above were woven pre-Nichols art deco carpet production and export.
One could suggest the antique Chinese rugs above are the original predecessors and catalyst behind and during, art deco movement. These Antique Chinese rugs are also noteworthy as they are conceivably the first ever genre of rug to be attributed to an international design movement. These pieces are original and genuine examples from a historic era which spread throughout the world. The design movement assimilated many historical motifs and symbols from Buddhist and Taoist religions, and the Chinese influence on Safavid weaving.
Antique Chinese rugs continue to gain appreciation and collector appeal as they cater to two main communities: rug enthusiasts and deco collectors. Smaller sizes are very special, as they are often not easy to find in acceptable collectible condition. Small antique Chinese rugs are also easily mounted for use as a wall display providing excellent and unique decorative value. Designs are simplistic, expressive, charming and in many cases, powerful.
