Vintage Chinese Floral Warm Tan Hand-Knotted Wool Rug BB8922 11'7" × 17'7" $53,000

This antique Chinese hand-knotted wool rug, circa 1920, belongs to the refined Chinoiserie tradition of early 20th-century China. Its warm tan ground and formal Greek-key frame give the composition immediate clarity, while the generous scale makes it especially effective in larger interiors.

The field reads as an orderly allover lattice rather than a central medallion, with repeating floral rosettes linked by scrolling foliate vines in navy and teal. Arranged in horizontal bands, the motifs create steady rhythm and movement across the surface, balancing ornament with restraint. Pale beige outlines soften the contrast and lend the pattern a subtle, aged glow.

That disciplined geometry, paired with the crisp meander border, anchors the rug in a distinctly Chinese decorative vocabulary while still feeling adaptable in traditional or transitional rooms. The palette is restrained yet layered, allowing the design to add texture and pattern without overwhelming furnishings. It is the kind of antique Chinese rug that brings structure, warmth, and quiet character to a room.

Curated by Doris Leslie Blau, this vintage rug carries the distinct character and artisanal soul that the gallery has championed for decades. With an unrivaled selection spanning eras, origins, and price points, Doris Leslie Blau continues to make fine carpet art accessible to designers and collectors worldwide.