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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 Dark Blue Rug 021371 — Antique Chinese Rugs Dark Blue Inifinity

Antique Chinese Rug birds, Crane and Tree

Antique Chinese Rug 021367 — Antique Chinese Rug

Antique Chinese Rug 021366 — Antique Chinese Rug

Antique Chinese Scatter Rug with Bird Crane 021365 — Small antique Chinese rug, decorative for small treasured area in your home or a wall hanging for display.

Antique Chinese rug with Vases 021363 — Antique Chinese rug with Vases

Antique Chinese Rug 021362 — Antique Chinese Rug

Bronze Color antique Chinese — Bronze color Antique Chinese rug

Contrasting Ivory Blue Antique Chinese Rug

Small Antique Chinese Rug 21356 — Small Antique Chinese Rug depicting flowers growing from a body of water

Small Antique Chinese Rug 021355 — Small Antique Chinese Rug depicting flowers growing from a body of water

Small Old Antique Chinese Rug Bronze Color — Old Chinese Antique rug from the turn of 1900.

Antique Chinese Rug — Antique Chinese Scatter Rug

Early 1900's Antique Chinese Peking Design 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 from the 1920's — Antique Chinese rug with Wave motif ca. 1920's

Antique Chinese Rug 021335 — Antique Chinese Rug

Antique Chinese Scatter Rug 021332 — Antique Chinese Scatter Rug

Deer Motif Small Oriental Scatter Rug 021388

Antique Chinese Rug Vase Flower Motif 021383

Antique Chinese Area Rug — Chinese Rug ca. 1920's.

Small Chinese Rug — Antique Chinese rug early 20th century. Deep red field with bamboo stem and leaves with open mouth bird.

Small Chinese Art Deco Rug — Small antique Chinese art deco rug ca. 1910. Bronze field with vase and flowers.

Small Rug Chinese Ivory Blue — Small rug, China ca. 1930. Ivory field with rich saturated blue. Some bright colors.

Antique Chinese Area Rug 0213721 — 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.