Vintage Chinese Botanic Brown and Sage Handmade Wool Rug BB8489 13'3" × 24'7" $90,000

A magnificent example of Chinese weaving craft, this antique carpet is everything a connoisseur would wish for. Its fascinating pattern consists mainly of floral motives seen on its main part, as well as the frame. Green leaves and luscious flowers surrounded by vines are a great background for four wide peacock tails in the corners. The feathers were arranged into bouquets, which immediately catch the eye with their exotic beauty, unseen in other Chinese carpets. It bears resemblance to antique Oriental and vintage oriental rugs, especially Tabriz and Turkish ones. The carpetscoloring is kept in neutral shades of brown and sage, which balance each other out. Such a calm palette is a perfect choice for an elaborate design, as it won’t feel overbearing. Hand-woven by a talented craftsman, this piece of art astonishes with its beauty and originality, unseen anywhere else.