Vintage Chinese Floral Light Gray Hand-Knotted Wool Rug BB8630 8'8" × 11'5" $26,000

This exquisite vintage Chinese rug from the 1950s is a vibrant example of mid-century East Asian textile artistry. The rug blends traditional Chinese decorative motifs with a bold, modernist sensibility.

The design features an elegant interplay of floral clusters and abstract botanical forms spread across a sophisticated open field. The background transitions from a cool jade green center to a soft dove-gray perimeter, overlaid with an allover chrysanthemum motif in outline, echoing traditional Chinese garden themes. Striking floral bouquets emerge from each corner—rendered in lush hues of crimson, coral, plum, ochre, and verdant green—providing rich focal points with painterly finesse.

Executed in high-quality wool, the rug is both plush and durable, showcasing a luxurious pile that enhances the vibrancy of its color palette. The precision of the weave and the crispness of the floral outlines on both front and back reflect superior craftsmanship.

A rare fusion of refinement and artistic exuberance, this Chinese rug is a statement piece suited for collectors or design enthusiasts seeking a dynamic yet elegant focal point. Whether styled in a classic or contemporary interior, its vibrant energy and serene palette offer timeless appeal.

This rug is part of the esteemed Doris Leslie Blau collection, renowned for its curated selection of antique, vintage, and contemporary rugs. Doris Leslie Blau offers a vast selection of antique, vintage, and contemporary rugs in a wide range of styles, materials, and price points, making fine textile art accessible to both collectors and designers alike.