Vintage Chinese Art Deco Abstract Warm Tan Hand-Knotted Wool Rug BB8937 3'0" × 4'9" $5,000

This antique Chinese Art Deco rug from China is hand-knotted in wool and belongs to the modern weaving tradition that flourished in the early twentieth century. Compact in scale but confident in presence, it distills the era’s fascination with clean lines and abstract movement into a highly refined composition.

A warm tan field provides a calm backdrop for a single sweeping diagonal band that cuts across the rug in softly undulating stripes. Cinnamon, golden wheat, taupe, and ivory create subtle layering, while a narrow stepped vertical element at the center introduces an architectural counterpoint. The result is a composition that feels both geometric and organic, with the poised restraint associated with Chinese Art Deco design.

Its open field and directional rhythm give it an appealing versatility for interiors, where it can anchor contemporary furnishings, mid-century silhouettes, or more eclectic rooms without visual excess. The muted palette brings warmth and balance, making this antique wool rug a thoughtful choice for designers seeking pattern, texture, and modernist character in one measured gesture.

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.