Square Antique Chinese Foo Dog Rug 43138

Gorgeous Square Antique Chinese Foo Dog Rug, Country of Origin: China, Circa Date: 1880 –  This this small artistic antique foo dog design rug, we get a glimpse into the fascinating world of Chinese culture and history. With natural wool fibers that emit warmth, an array of symbols and textures that feel luxurious to touch, this antique rug packs a lot of subtle artistic punch within its relatively small rug size.

Today, the early antique Chinese rugs are some of the most collectible rugs in the world, coveted by both consumers and collectors. You can admire this small antique Chinese rug for its uniqueness, instantly taking the viewer back in time to a simpler, more tranquil world which is, more than likely, the aim of all great art.

The early rugs from China featured some of the same patterns found on porcelain and other forms of Chinese art. Culturally rich, the older Chinese carpets incorporate history and folklore in ways that are almost unheard of in other types of area rugs. However, some of the Chinese rug designs also contain symbols that are over 3,000 years old and are associated with a range of historical acts.

However, from the early 1900’s onward, there is a significant shift in production, moving away from traditional Chinese ornamentation towards a more open and minimalist Chinese Art Deco rug designs. The Chinese rug weaving market has changed as a result of this shift, with less focus on quality and artistry in favor of a more mass-market appeal look and cheaper more affordable price points. Now, dragons, local artwork and decorative items are often hallmarks of these productions. Many Chinese rug symbols are influenced by Taoism and Buddhism.

To understand the essence of Chinese rug weaving, one simply needs to compare pre-1910 production with post-1910 production. Antique textiles from China have a long and rich history and the more you see the more you will fall in love with the older and more rare examples such as this magnificent small size antique Chinese Foo Dog design area rug .