A Magnificently Artistic Oversized Grey Antique Dragon Chinese Rug , Country Of Origin: China, Circa: Early 20th Century – The spectacular antique Chinese rug of the early 20th century brings together classic Oriental design elements on a soft palate of salmons, blues, and ivories. This pictorial rug highlights Chinese dragon design motifs battling for dominance above in mountainous earthly plane. It features traditional Chinese design elements, such as connecting earth with sky through the use of vertical lines and figures.
Of note is the artistic and fascinating Chinese dragon in the center with an emblem that may represent the royalty, ruler, or person who commissioned the work. The central Dragon is larger and more powerful than the other four the dragons that are depicted in this breathtaking antique rug from China. This may be symbolic of an event, or simply as a demonstration of power.
Tumultuous waves pound the shoreline mountains. Lightning and smoke fills the sky as these creatures battle it out. The Greek key running dog design border may represent a city wall, but the true meaning behind this oversize rug has been lost over time. It is a spectacular piece and would make it excellent addition to an Oriental inspired design, or perhaps in a Chinese Art Deco revival style space.
This breathtaking antique rug from China is of grand scale and features a unique design that was more than likely commissioned to celebrate an event of some type. This rug will be a delightful centerpiece in any room and will be a treasure through many decades to come. Even though the real, or at least original, story behind this oversized grey background color antique dragon Chinese rug may be lost, its true beauty and masterful work has survived through the ages and will continue to do so in the future.
