Vintage Chinese Abstract Cream Beige Hand-Knotted Silk Rug Dragon Design BB2983 5'2" × 7'2" $14,000

This vintage Chinese hand-knotted silk rug brings the dragon tradition of Chinese weaving into a refined, decorative format. Woven in silk, it balances ceremonial character with a surprisingly light visual touch, making it as compelling for collectors as it is for interiors that favor cultural detail.

A soft cream beige field keeps the composition open, while a small central dragon motif gathers attention at the center. Four surrounding dragon forms create a mirrored rhythm, their sinuous outlines handled in blue, brick red, gray, and touches of gold. The result is figural yet airy, with enough space left in the field to let the design breathe.

The border is where the rug becomes especially animated: striped and cloud-like passages, stylized scrolls, and angular framing devices give the perimeter a lively, almost pictorial energy. With its Chinoiserie and Art Nouveau inflections, this Chinese silk rug offers a graceful focal point for a room that needs pattern, symbolism, and a clear 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.