Antique Chinese Signed Silk Rug with Metal Thread n°:78623990

153 × 94 cm (5' 0" × 3' 1")

Antique Chinese Signed Silk Rug with Metal XIX Century. Chinese imperial carpets are those carpets made for the highest representatives of ....

Rug Details

Date (ca.): 19th Century
Origin: China
Field: Medallion
Design: Figurative
Knot/Pile: Silk
Warp: Cotton
Weft: Cotton
Approximate dimensions: 150×100 cm
Production Manner: Hand Knotted
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Rug Description

Antique Chinese Signed Silk Rug with Metal XIX Century.

Chinese imperial carpets are those carpets made for the highest representatives of the state, for the emperor and as an embassy gift. These carpet productions, made exclusively in the imperial workshops, were produced from the end of the 17th century to the beginning of the 19th century. Imperial Chinese carpets are significantly few, there are just over 300 in the world. These carpets, in addition to the highest quality silk, were knotted with silver, copper or gold threads to further symbolize the emperor’s refinement and power. In this magnificent example, we find the motif of the dragon with 5 claws, as the supreme symbol combined with the figure of the emperor, son of heaven. Imperial Chinese carpets are attributable to the Qing dynasty (1644-1911). The background of the orange carpet is decorated with 5 dragons, symbolizing the order of the cosmos. Cloud motifs run along the borders, filled with traditional Chinese motifs. The two heads of the carpet are decorated with the “rainbow” motif which consists of parallel waving lines of various colors radiating from the bottom upwards the conjunction with the sacred mountain towards the background of the carpet. A carpet, a work of art, a true rarity in an excellent state of conservation. Visit our exclusive collection of Antique Chinese Imperial Rugs.

At Mollaian srl we try to do our best, giving a new life to some of antique rugs with minor problems, that may have affected by age. So, apart from what is visible on the presented photos, you will have the correct condition report in a professional way (including any retouch has been made by our restoration team) that you may not receive from many dealers.

Condition:

Professionally cleaned and ready for immediate use

The restoration(s)/modification(s) applied on this item is/are as follow:

Ends/Fringes secured

Selvages/Sides secured