Chinese Vintage Floral Light Gray Hand-Knotted Silk Runner (Fragment) BB8943 1'10" × 10'8" $8,000

Antique Chinese silk runner fragment, circa 1850, this hand-knotted textile reflects the elegance of classical Chinese weaving. Its long, narrow format preserves the grace of a corridor piece, while the fragmentary character adds to its authenticity and antique appeal.

The light gray field is covered in a quiet allover design of scrolling vines, stylized foliate forms, and cloud-like arabesques. Rather than relying on a central medallion, the composition flows continuously from end to end, creating a soft rhythm that feels both formal and painterly. Low-contrast detailing in silvery ivory, misty blue, and faint lavender gives the surface depth without visual heaviness.

Woven in silk, the runner has a subtle sheen and a finely textured hand that enhances its dreamy, atmospheric quality. The worn, tonal surface suits interiors that favor restraint and layered texture, bringing gentle movement to a hallway, gallery, or other narrow circulation space.

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.