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Antique Chinese Pictorial Rug, First Quarter of the 20th Century

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An exceptional antique Chinese Pictorial rug, first quarter of the 20th century, woven horizontally in subtle colors on a cream ground centering two phoenixes with a goose and a peacock on each side, in a rocky landscape amongst bamboo and flowering peony branches, border with stylized shou-like ornament alternating with peonies on pink ground. Soft pliable wool pile, in excellent condition. The rug/carpet measures 72" inches long x 38" inches wide.
  • Dimensions:
    Width: 38 in (96.52 cm)Length: 72 in (182.88 cm)
  • Style:
    Chinese Export (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Wool,Woven
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1900-1925
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Ottawa, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1417212436051
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