Chinese Art Deco Vintage Geometric Brown Hand-Knotted Wool Rug BB5530 9'10" × 15'4" $73,000

Hand-knotted in China circa 1940, this vintage Chinese Art Deco rug was made in the country’s workshop tradition and rendered in wool with a restrained, architectural sensibility. Rather than relying on bright contrast, it uses a chocolate brown ground to create a quiet, enveloping presence that feels both refined and approachable.

At the center, a vertically aligned medallion or crest unfolds in stepped geometry, fretwork, and linear segments, giving the composition a distinctly Art Deco clarity. The design is softened by age and a low-contrast palette, so the motifs emerge gradually, almost like an imprint in the field. Scattered floral blossoms and small rosette forms add a botanic counterpoint to the stronger geometric spine.

An understated border frames the composition with stylized floral detail, echoing the center without overwhelming it. The result is a vintage Chinese rug with calm symmetry and a gently worn patina, well suited to interiors that call for structure, texture, and an elegant sense of history.

Sourced from the expansive Doris Leslie Blau collection, this vintage rug exemplifies the gallery's passion for preserving remarkable carpets of enduring beauty. DLB offers a diverse selection of antique, vintage, and contemporary rugs, accommodating collectors and designers across every style and budget.