Antique Brown and Blue Chinese Peking Rug Carpet Runner

Lotuses, peonies, chrysanthemums, and plum blossoms grace the composition, their elegant tendrils breaking free across borders and fields, creating an atmosphere of unrivaled splendor and vitality. The warm brown backdrop serves as a subdued canvas for the central floral arrangement, delicately poised on a pedestal and flanked by simple floral bouquets on either end.

Intricately woven into the main border, a variety of flower species blooms from a gnarled tree branch, echoing the harmonious balance of floral elements scattered throughout the entire piece. Each petal and branch tells a story, weaving together the rich history of Chinese artistic heritage.

As you traverse the length of this antique Chinese rug runner, the vibrant blooms unfold, inviting you to witness the dynamic interplay between tradition and innovation. The Peking carpet runner pays homage to the classical motifs of Chinese rug craftsmanship while introducing a sense of unbridled vitality that transcends the conventional boundaries of design.

This antique Peking rug runner is more than a floor covering; it is a testament to the craftsmanship of a bygone era, where each knot weaves a narrative of beauty and cultural significance. Invite the timeless elegance of this piece into your space, and let the flourishing flowers and abrashed brown field bring a touch of natural splendor and artistic heritage to your surroundings.

Rendered in variegated shades of brown, taupe, blue, greige, navy blue, mauve, royal blue, tan, raspberry pink and brown with other accent colors.
Abrash.
Hand knotted wool.
Made in China.
Measures: 02’07 x 14’04.
Date: 1920s. Early 20th Century.