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Chinese Export Rugs and Carpets

CHINESE EXPORT STYLE

Expanded trade between Europe and East Asia, starting in the 16th century, led to a booming market for exported goods, particularly furniture. This was bolstered by the establishment of the Dutch and English East India Companies at the beginning of the 17th century. From folding screens and chairs to lacquer tables and silver, Chinese Export furniture was in demand and regularly copied and imitated, leading to styles like chinoiserie and Chinese Chippendale.

The expansion of exporting that had strengthened the arts during the Ming dynasty continued into the Qing dynasty era — Chinese designers made many furniture pieces specifically for export, resulting in distinctive designs that mixed traditional techniques with forms appealing to foreign buyers. For instance, cabinetmakers in Canton (modern-day Guangzhou) were prolific in crafting hardwood furniture for export in European styles that involved the expert joinery techniques of Chinese furniture. Designs for Chinese Export porcelain, cabinets, decorative objects and other furniture were often more ornately adorned than they would be for a local audience, such as with mother-of-pearl overlays or surfaces featuring lavish pictorial scenes or gold on black motifs. Some were even commissioned by wealthy European families to be adorned with their coat of arms.

Because lacquer furniture was especially prized, and the resin used to create it was difficult to import as it would harden during the long voyage, artisans in China and Japan exported numerous lacquer pieces. Long before lacquer made its way to Japan, the Chinese treated the material differently. They used it to create smooth, glossy surfaces, but also for carving, an art that began in the 12th century and is exclusively Chinese. These pieces are called cinnabar lacquer after the powdered mercury sulfide (cinnabar) employed to produce their characteristic red hue. A popular form for export was a compact cabinet with drawers, usually displayed on a small table. Undecorated furniture built in Europe was also shipped to China to be lacquered. The international exchange of design would influence furniture into the 19th century and later, informing styles such as Art Deco and Art Nouveau.

Find a collection of antique Chinese Export tables, beds, cupboards, table lamps and more furniture on 1stDibs.

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Style: Chinese Export
Rare Matching Pair of Antique Khotan Carpets
Rare Matching Pair of Antique Khotan Carpets

Rare Matching Pair of Antique Khotan Carpets

$9,600Sale Price / set|20% Off

Rare Matching Pair of Antique Khotan Carpets

Located in New York, NY

Very rare matching pair of antique khotans with one measuring 4'1'' x 5'11'' and the other measuring 4'4'' x 6'2''.

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Early 20th Century Turkmen Chinese Export Rugs and Carpets

Materials

Wool

Dragon Rug Wool Silk Style Chinese Imperial Carpet Blue Beige, Djoharian Design
Dragon Rug Wool Silk Style Chinese Imperial Carpet Blue Beige, Djoharian Design

Dragon Rug Wool Silk Style Chinese Imperial Carpet Blue Beige, Djoharian Design

By djoharian-design

Located in Lohr, Bavaria, DE

Dragon Rug imperial design wool and silk in style of Chinese Kansu carpets 5.6 x 8 ft. A beautiful contemporary dragon design rug, hand knotted using finest Chinese mulberry silk (8...

Category

2010s Nepalese Chinese Export Rugs and Carpets

Materials

Wool, Silk

1920s Antique Peking Designed Chinese Wool Rug Handmade In Golderod Color
1920s Antique Peking Designed Chinese Wool Rug Handmade In Golderod Color

1920s Antique Peking Designed Chinese Wool Rug Handmade In Golderod Color

Located in Norwalk, CT

This elegant antique Peking Chinese wool rug features a goldenrod field with a decorative border and navy blue accents, showcasing a stunning classic Chinese motif. This rug measure...

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20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Rugs and Carpets

Materials

Other

Purple Antique Unique Beijing Dragon Handmade Wool Rug
Purple Antique Unique Beijing Dragon Handmade Wool Rug

Purple Antique Unique Beijing Dragon Handmade Wool Rug

Located in Norwalk, CT

Beautiful unique antique Beijing hand knotted wool rug with a purple field. This Beijing rug has a blue frame and multi-color accents in a gorgeous all-over center dragon Chinese cul...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Rugs and Carpets

Materials

Wool

Sweet 19th Century Chinese Peking 'Double Happiness' Rug
Sweet 19th Century Chinese Peking 'Double Happiness' Rug

Sweet 19th Century Chinese Peking 'Double Happiness' Rug

Located in Chicago, IL

A sweet petite 19th century Chinese Peking rug with a simple "double happiness' character woven in dark indigo in the center and with Fu characters in each corner. The double happine...

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19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Export Rugs and Carpets

Materials

Wool

Modern Chinese Art Deco Style Rug with Bamboo Landscape Pictorial
Modern Chinese Art Deco Style Rug with Bamboo Landscape Pictorial

Modern Chinese Art Deco Style Rug with Bamboo Landscape Pictorial

Located in Dallas, TX

30970 Modern Chinese Art Deco Pictorial Rug, 10'00 x 13'09. Showcasing a unique bamboo design, incredible detail and texture, this hand knotted wool...

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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Chinese Export Rugs and Carpets

Materials

Wool

Room Size Antique Art Deco Chinese Wool Rug Handmade, Floral Design In Purple
Room Size Antique Art Deco Chinese Wool Rug Handmade, Floral Design In Purple

Room Size Antique Art Deco Chinese Wool Rug Handmade, Floral Design In Purple

Located in Norwalk, CT

This stunning hand-knotted wool rug features a purple field with a navy blue border and multicolored accents, all arranged in a beautiful Chinese floral pattern. This rug measures 6...

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20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Rugs and Carpets

Materials

Wool

Doris Leslie Blau Vintage Chinese Abstract Cream Beige Hand-Knotted Wool Rug
Doris Leslie Blau Vintage Chinese Abstract Cream Beige Hand-Knotted Wool Rug

Doris Leslie Blau Vintage Chinese Abstract Cream Beige Hand-Knotted Wool Rug

Located in New York, NY

This elegant vintage Chinese Deco rug from the 1950s exudes a tranquil refinement through its harmonious use of soft blues and creams. At nearly 19 feet long, this carpet commands at...

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1920s Chinese Vintage Chinese Export Rugs and Carpets

Materials

Wool

Handmade Square Blue Antique Wool Rug Designed Art Deco Fl
Handmade Square Blue Antique Wool Rug Designed Art Deco Fl

Handmade Square Blue Antique Wool Rug Designed Art Deco Fl

Located in Norwalk, CT

This beautiful hand-knotted wool rug showcases a navy blue center framed by a multicolored border in a stunning Chinese floral pattern. This rug measures 7' x 7'2".  

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20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Rugs and Carpets

Materials

Wool

White Blue Chinese Rug
White Blue Chinese Rug

White Blue Chinese Rug

Located in New York, NY

Floral vintage Chinese rug in shades of creamy white and blue. Measures: 5'1'' x 8'1''.

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20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Rugs and Carpets

Materials

Wool

Vintage Chinese Rug in Peking Green
Vintage Chinese Rug in Peking Green

Vintage Chinese Rug in Peking Green

By Nichols

Located in New York, NY

Nice thick pile Chinese wool rug having a two tone green color way, in the style of Nichols. This rug is in very fine, original condition, clean and ready to use. We believe it is vi...

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Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Rugs and Carpets

Materials

Wool

Midcentury Chinese Hand-Knotted Wool Rug, Pictorial Design, 1930s
Midcentury Chinese Hand-Knotted Wool Rug, Pictorial Design, 1930s

Midcentury Chinese Hand-Knotted Wool Rug, Pictorial Design, 1930s

Located in Norwalk, CT

Beautiful vintage pictorial hand knotted wool rug with an abstract brown field. This rug has multi-color accents in an all-over gorgeous Oriental pictorial design. This rug measur...

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Early 20th Century Asian Chinese Export Rugs and Carpets

Materials

Wool

Zabihi Collection Blue Chinese Deer Bird Pictorial Landscape Rug
Zabihi Collection Blue Chinese Deer Bird Pictorial Landscape Rug

Zabihi Collection Blue Chinese Deer Bird Pictorial Landscape Rug

Located in New York, NY

early 20th century blue chinese peking rug with a deer and flying bird rug no. j3395 size 4' 10" x 6' 2" (147 x 188 cm)

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Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Rugs and Carpets

Materials

Wool

Blue Tan Chinese Animal Pictorial Landscape Rug
Blue Tan Chinese Animal Pictorial Landscape Rug

Blue Tan Chinese Animal Pictorial Landscape Rug

Located in New York, NY

A 20th century Chinese Peking rug with 2 reindeers and a large bird in a scenic background with a tree and palm tree. The wool on this rug is lustrous and has a silky feel to it if w...

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Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Rugs and Carpets

Materials

Wool

Vintage Tibetan Vase Rug
Vintage Tibetan Vase Rug

Vintage Tibetan Vase Rug

Located in New York, NY

Colorful late 20th century Tibetan rug. Measures: 3' x 5'6".

Category

Late 20th Century Tibetan Chinese Export Rugs and Carpets

Materials

Wool

Monochromatic Antique Chinese Oval Rug with Striation, circa 1920s
Monochromatic Antique Chinese Oval Rug with Striation, circa 1920s

Monochromatic Antique Chinese Oval Rug with Striation, circa 1920s

Located in New York, NY

This essentially monochrome, borderless, undecorated elliptical rug has a speckled grey/black pattern constantly varying throughout. The abrash/striation goes end to end and side to ...

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1920s Chinese Vintage Chinese Export Rugs and Carpets

Materials

Wool

Blue Beige Chinese Silk Scatter Rug
Blue Beige Chinese Silk Scatter Rug

Blue Beige Chinese Silk Scatter Rug

Located in New York, NY

A late 20th-century Chinese Silk rug in beige, light blue and navy Measures: 3' x 4'11''.

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Late 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Rugs and Carpets

Materials

Wool, Silk

Late 18th Century Antique Dragon Design Chinese Rug 11'9'' X 7'3''
Late 18th Century Antique Dragon Design Chinese Rug 11'9'' X 7'3''

Late 18th Century Antique Dragon Design Chinese Rug 11'9'' X 7'3''

Located in Los Angeles, US

Early 19th Century Antique Dragon Design Chinese Rug 11'9'' X 7'3'', Handmade and Hand-knotted with dragon design Y & B B

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Late 18th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Export Rugs and Carpets

Materials

Wool

1920s Antique Peking Chinese Wool Rug Handmade with Floral Design In Goldenrod
1920s Antique Peking Chinese Wool Rug Handmade with Floral Design In Goldenrod

1920s Antique Peking Chinese Wool Rug Handmade with Floral Design In Goldenrod

Located in Norwalk, CT

This luxurious antique Peking Chinese hand-knotted wool rug showcases a goldenrod color field embellished with a navy blue designed frame and multicolor accents, all arranged in a br...

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20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Rugs and Carpets

Materials

Wool

Blue Chinese Peking Handmade Designed Wool Rug From the 1920s
Blue Chinese Peking Handmade Designed Wool Rug From the 1920s

Blue Chinese Peking Handmade Designed Wool Rug From the 1920s

Located in Norwalk, CT

Behold this elegant antique Peking Chinese wool rug! Its navy blue field, decorative border, and beige accents showcase a stunning classic Chinese motif. This rug measures 12'6'' x ...

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20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Rugs and Carpets

Materials

Other

Dragon Rug Wool Silk Chinese Style Carpet Blue Beige, Djoharian Design
Dragon Rug Wool Silk Chinese Style Carpet Blue Beige, Djoharian Design

Dragon Rug Wool Silk Chinese Style Carpet Blue Beige, Djoharian Design

By djoharian-design

Located in Lohr, Bavaria, DE

Dragon design rug wool and silk in style of Chinese carpets 5.6 x 8 ft. A beautiful contemporary dragon design rug, hand knotted using finest Chinese mulberry silk (10%) and Tibetan...

Category

2010s Nepalese Chinese Export Rugs and Carpets

Materials

Wool, Silk

Chinese Art Deco Purple Area Rug
Chinese Art Deco Purple Area Rug

Chinese Art Deco Purple Area Rug

Located in Queens, NY

Asian Chinese Art Deco rug with a pale purple background and floral decoration (possibly NICHOLS). Please note: used/antique condition

Category

20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Rugs and Carpets

Dragon Rug Wool Silk Style Chinese Imperial Carpet Blue Beige, Djoharian Design
Dragon Rug Wool Silk Style Chinese Imperial Carpet Blue Beige, Djoharian Design

Dragon Rug Wool Silk Style Chinese Imperial Carpet Blue Beige, Djoharian Design

By djoharian-design

Located in Lohr, Bavaria, DE

Dragon design rug wool and silk in style of Chinese Kansu carpets 5 x 3.3 ft. A beautiful contemporary dragon design rug, hand knotted using finest Chinese mulberry silk (80%) and...

Category

2010s Nepalese Chinese Export Rugs and Carpets

Materials

Wool, Silk

1920s Antique Peking Designed Chinese Wool Rug Handmade In Blue
1920s Antique Peking Designed Chinese Wool Rug Handmade In Blue

1920s Antique Peking Designed Chinese Wool Rug Handmade In Blue

Located in Norwalk, CT

This elegant antique Peking Chinese wool rug features a navy blue field with a decorative border and vibrant color accents, showcasing a stunning classic Chinese motif. This rug mea...

Category

20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Rugs and Carpets

Materials

Other

Medallion Handmade Antique Chinese Peking Square Wool Rug in Blue
Medallion Handmade Antique Chinese Peking Square Wool Rug in Blue

Medallion Handmade Antique Chinese Peking Square Wool Rug in Blue

Located in Norwalk, CT

This luxurious Peking Chinese antique wool rug boasts a blue field decorated with a designed frame and golden, peach, and black accents in a beautiful all-over Chinese floral pattern...

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20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Rugs and Carpets

Materials

Other

Vintage Chinese Peking Handmade Dragon Designed Dark Blue Wool Rug
Vintage Chinese Peking Handmade Dragon Designed Dark Blue Wool Rug

Vintage Chinese Peking Handmade Dragon Designed Dark Blue Wool Rug

Located in Norwalk, CT

A beautiful antique Dragon Peking Chinese hand-knotted wool rug with a dark blue field and multi-color accents all-over traditional Chinese dragon design. This rug measures 9'10"...

Category

1920s Chinese Vintage Chinese Export Rugs and Carpets

Materials

Wool

Antique Chinese Art Deco Wool Rug, Hand-Knotted, Floral Design, 1920
Antique Chinese Art Deco Wool Rug, Hand-Knotted, Floral Design, 1920

Antique Chinese Art Deco Wool Rug, Hand-Knotted, Floral Design, 1920

Located in Norwalk, CT

Beautiful antique Chinese Art Deco rug, hand-knotted wool with a brown field. This rug has a navy blue frame and multi-color accents in an all-over, Classic Chinese floral design. T...

Category

20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Rugs and Carpets

Materials

Wool

1920's Antique Chinese Art Deco Carpet with Traditional Style
1920's Antique Chinese Art Deco Carpet with Traditional Style

1920's Antique Chinese Art Deco Carpet with Traditional Style

By Walter Nichols

Located in Dallas, TX

70718 Antique Chinese Art Deco Rug, 03'00 x 04'10. Emanating the quiet elegance of a bygone era, this hand-knotted wool antique Chinese Art Deco rug unfolds like a page from a poetic...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Rugs and Carpets

Materials

Wool

Antique Chinese Nichols Hand-Knotted Wool Rug, 11'8" x 17'4", 1920s
Antique Chinese Nichols Hand-Knotted Wool Rug, 11'8" x 17'4", 1920s

Antique Chinese Nichols Hand-Knotted Wool Rug, 11'8" x 17'4", 1920s

Located in Norwalk, CT

A beautiful oversize Chinese Nichols hand knotted wool rug with a tan field red and green frame, and multi-color accents in all-over Chinese botanical de...

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1920s Chinese Vintage Chinese Export Rugs and Carpets

Materials

Wool

Antique Chinese Peking Hand-Knotted Wool Rug, Green Field, 1925
Antique Chinese Peking Hand-Knotted Wool Rug, Green Field, 1925

Antique Chinese Peking Hand-Knotted Wool Rug, Green Field, 1925

Located in Norwalk, CT

Beautiful antique Chinese Peking hand knotted wool rug with a green field, orange frame, and multi-color accents in an all-over Classic Chinese floral design. This rug measure: 8'...

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Rugs and Carpets

Materials

Wool

Antique Beige Peking Chinese Wool Rug
Antique Beige Peking Chinese Wool Rug

Antique Beige Peking Chinese Wool Rug

Located in Norwalk, CT

A beautiful antique Peking Chinese hand-knotted Wool rug with a beige field. This rug has a frame of blue and multi-color accents all-over Chinese desig...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Rugs and Carpets

Materials

Wool

Antique Peking Blue and Brown Chinese Handmade Medallion Wool Rug
Antique Peking Blue and Brown Chinese Handmade Medallion Wool Rug

Antique Peking Blue and Brown Chinese Handmade Medallion Wool Rug

Located in Norwalk, CT

Beautiful antique Peking Chinese hand-knotted wool rug with a brown field. This Chinese rug has a blue frame, multi-color accents in a gorgeous all-over Chinese medallion...

Category

20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Rugs and Carpets

Materials

Other

Antique Peking Burgundy Chinese Handmade Wool Rug
Antique Peking Burgundy Chinese Handmade Wool Rug

Antique Peking Burgundy Chinese Handmade Wool Rug

Located in Norwalk, CT

A beautiful antique Peking Chinese hand-knotted wool rug with a burgundy field. This rug has a frame of red and multi-color accents in a gorgeous all-over Chinese floral design. ...

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20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Rugs and Carpets

Materials

Other

Antique Art Deco Brigth Red Traditional Chinese Handmade Wool Rug
Antique Art Deco Brigth Red Traditional Chinese Handmade Wool Rug

Antique Art Deco Brigth Red Traditional Chinese Handmade Wool Rug

Located in Norwalk, CT

Beautiful antique Chinese Art deco hand-knotted wool rug with a bright red field, This Deco rug has a green frame and multi-color accents in an all-over Classic traditional Chinese f...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Rugs and Carpets

Materials

Wool

Large Antique Blue Chinese Art Deco Wool Rug
Large Antique Blue Chinese Art Deco Wool Rug

Large Antique Blue Chinese Art Deco Wool Rug

Located in Norwalk, CT

A beautiful oversize antique Chinese Art Deco hand knotted wool rug with a navy- blue field. This rug has a frame of beige and multi-color accents all over Chinese floral design. ...

Category

1920s Chinese Vintage Chinese Export Rugs and Carpets

Materials

Wool

Antique Peking Chinese Runner, Handmade Oriental Rug, Circa 1870, Ivory and Blue
Antique Peking Chinese Runner, Handmade Oriental Rug, Circa 1870, Ivory and Blue

Antique Peking Chinese Runner, Handmade Oriental Rug, Circa 1870, Ivory and Blue

Located in Port Washington, NY

This exquisite Antique Chinese runner, woven in the distinguished Peking style circa 1870, features a rare and sought-after white and blue color palette. The piece measures approxima...

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Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Export Rugs and Carpets

Materials

Wool

1890s Soft Coral Medallion Design Traditional Chinese Kansu Rug 6'x8'6" Carpet
1890s Soft Coral Medallion Design Traditional Chinese Kansu Rug 6'x8'6" Carpet

1890s Soft Coral Medallion Design Traditional Chinese Kansu Rug 6'x8'6" Carpet

Located in New York, NY

Kansu province lies just to the east of Xinkiang or Chinese Turkestan. Kansu carpets are more "Chinese-like” with, as here, fret borders and corners, butterflies and fretwork element...

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1890s Chinese Antique Chinese Export Rugs and Carpets

Materials

Wool

Antique Blue Peking Chinese Wool Rug
Antique Blue Peking Chinese Wool Rug

Antique Blue Peking Chinese Wool Rug

$3,000Sale Price|25% Off

Antique Blue Peking Chinese Wool Rug

Located in Norwalk, CT

A beautiful antique Destressed Peking Chinese hand knotted wool rug with a blue field and multi-color accents all-over traditional Chinese design. This rug measures: 7'4" x 9'10".

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1920s Chinese Vintage Chinese Export Rugs and Carpets

Materials

Wool

1880s Beige Blue Traditional Antique Chinese Peking Rug 7'9" x 8'1" Wool Carpet
1880s Beige Blue Traditional Antique Chinese Peking Rug 7'9" x 8'1" Wool Carpet

1880s Beige Blue Traditional Antique Chinese Peking Rug 7'9" x 8'1" Wool Carpet

Located in New York, NY

19th Century Chinese Peking Carpet ( 7'9" x 8'1" - 236 x 246 ) The composition is defined by a striking central medallion and precise geometric borders, placing it among the most de...

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1880s Chinese Antique Chinese Export Rugs and Carpets

Materials

Wool

Vintage Chinese Floral Kilim Rug
Vintage Chinese Floral Kilim Rug

Vintage Chinese Floral Kilim Rug

$1,279Sale Price|20% Off

Vintage Chinese Floral Kilim Rug

Located in Dallas, TX

77814 vintage Chinese Floral Kilim rug 04'02 x 06'03. This hand-woven wool vintage Chinese kilim rug features a color blocked field and border festoon...

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Late 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Rugs and Carpets

Materials

Wool

New Contemporary Green Chinese Art Deco Carpet, 07'10 x 09'11
New Contemporary Green Chinese Art Deco Carpet, 07'10 x 09'11

New Contemporary Green Chinese Art Deco Carpet, 07'10 x 09'11

Located in Dallas, TX

30922 New Modern Green Chinese Art Deco Rug with Maximalist Style, 07'10 x 09'11. Emanating maximalism with incredible detail and lavish texture, this Chinese Art Deco style rug is a...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Chinese Export Rugs and Carpets

Materials

Wool

New Green Chinese Art Deco Pictorial Rug
New Green Chinese Art Deco Pictorial Rug

New Green Chinese Art Deco Pictorial Rug

Located in Dallas, TX

30921 New Modern Green Chinese Art Deco Rug, 09'01 x 12'00. Emanating maximalism with incredible detail and lavish texture, this Chinese Art Deco style rug is a captivating vision of...

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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Chinese Export Rugs and Carpets

Materials

Wool

Antique Brown and Blue Chinese Peking Rug Carpet Runner
Antique Brown and Blue Chinese Peking Rug Carpet Runner

Antique Brown and Blue Chinese Peking Rug Carpet Runner

Located in Dallas, TX

78200 Antique Chinese Peking Rug Runner, 02'07 x 14'04. Behold the timeless allure of this meticulously hand-knotted wool antique Chinese Peking rug runner, where artistry and nature...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Rugs and Carpets

Materials

Wool

Celestial Chinese Dragon Carpet
Celestial Chinese Dragon Carpet

Celestial Chinese Dragon Carpet

Located in Chicago, IL

This small rectangular area carpet recreates traditional Chinese carpet designs with a bold color palette of maroon, navy and mustard yellow. Set against the wine-red field is a cent...

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20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Rugs and Carpets

Materials

Wool

Nazmiyal Collection Antique Chinese Rug 9 ft x 9 ft 5 in
Nazmiyal Collection Antique Chinese Rug 9 ft x 9 ft 5 in

Nazmiyal Collection Antique Chinese Rug 9 ft x 9 ft 5 in

Located in New York, NY

Breathtaking Imperial Blue and Cream Floral Artistry Rare Antique Square Chinese Rug, Country of origin: China, Circa date: 1900 This antique Chinese rug features a variety of flora...

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20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Rugs and Carpets

Materials

Wool

Antique Chinese Oriental Carpet. 8 ft 3 in x 14 ft 2 in
Antique Chinese Oriental Carpet. 8 ft 3 in x 14 ft 2 in

Antique Chinese Oriental Carpet. 8 ft 3 in x 14 ft 2 in

Located in New York, NY

Antique Chinese Rug, Origin: China, Circa: Early 20th Century - Size: 8 ft 3 in x 14 ft 2 in (2.51 m x 4.32 m)

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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Rugs and Carpets

Materials

Wool

Antique 18th Century Chinese Ningxia Rug. 6 ft x 9 ft 9 in
Antique 18th Century Chinese Ningxia Rug. 6 ft x 9 ft 9 in

Antique 18th Century Chinese Ningxia Rug. 6 ft x 9 ft 9 in

Located in New York, NY

A magnificent rare and collectible antique 18th century Chinese Ningxia rug, country of origin / rug type: antique Chinese rugs, date: circa late 18th century. Size: 6 ft x 9 ft 9 in (1.83 m x 2.97 m) Antique Chinese Ningxia carpets have a transcendent quality that has made them highly sought-after since the 17th century. If one were to judge from this excellent 18th-century Ningxia rug, it is easy to see how this came to be so. The level of detail in this antique Chinese carpet is found in very few places around the world. The colors blend harmoniously to show off the fine craftsmanship of this carpet from China. Ningxia is located in a harsh mountainous region are Northwestern China. It borders Mongolia and sits on the plain of the Yellow River, bounded by the Great Wall of China on its Northeastern border. The climate of this region made it perfect for growing strong, yet soft wool. Little is known about antique rugs from this region before the 17th century because of its remote location. A visit from the Kangxi Emperor in 1696 and 1697 brought these carpets to the world. He was struck by the beauty and quality of the carpets he found and decided to establish a royal carpet weaving center in the area. After the establishment of the rug weaving centers of the Royal Court, designs in Ningxia became more formal and reflected the tastes of the Chinese Courts and noblemen. Carpets from the area became a symbol of wealth and power. At the time when this carpet was created, the royal weaving centers had been operating for about 100 years. By this time, Ningxia had become a name that was associated with high-quality antique rugs. This early carpet uses a complex range of blues, rose, pinks, light browns, dark browns and ivory. The design uses subtle shading to give it depth and create areas of shadow and light within the individual motifs. It based on a medallion design with four rondels in the field. It is executed with precision and demonstrates focused attention to symmetry. The center border of the carpet is surrounded by what is known to the Chinese as a cloud and thunder pattern, also known as a meander or Greek key pattern. To the Chinese, this pattern represents the cloud and thunder that brings the life-giving rain and the promise of good crops. It has been found in Chinese art as far back as 1050 BC. The pile of the rug is soft and supple, and it has a fine weave, more like a heavy textile than a carpet. This is one of the qualities for which Ningxia carpets were known. The level of detail and intricacy of the design is one of the fascinating aspects of the rug. For instance, if you look between the regularly spaced motifs in the field of the carpet, you will see that they are not solid, but contain a delicate pattern of precisely executed dots. This carpet has a high knot count, which is what makes the intricacy of this design possible. Another remarkable quality of this antique Oriental rug is its excellent shape that it is in for its age. This suggests that this carpet was well cared for over the past several centuries. This antique 18th Century Chinese Ningxia rug is an example of fine quality craftsmanship and work that was produced by the Ningxia Court rug weavers. The design and colors come together beautifully to create a piece of classic Chinese artwork. It is a special piece that would be a beautiful addition to any Oriental collection...

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Late 18th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Export Rugs and Carpets

Materials

Wool

1920s Hand Knotted Allover Navy Blue Floral Antique Peking Chinese Carpet Rug
1920s Hand Knotted Allover Navy Blue Floral Antique Peking Chinese Carpet Rug

1920s Hand Knotted Allover Navy Blue Floral Antique Peking Chinese Carpet Rug

Located in New York, NY

1920s Hand Knotted Pile Allover Floral Blue Antique Wool Rectangle Rug, Circa Date: 1920s. This exceptional example of early 20th-century weaving represents the pinnacle of antique r...

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1920s Chinese Vintage Chinese Export Rugs and Carpets

Materials

Wool

Zabihi Collection Floral Antique Chinee Rug
Zabihi Collection Floral Antique Chinee Rug

Zabihi Collection Floral Antique Chinee Rug

Located in New York, NY

an early 20th Century Chinese rug with a floral design in cream, blue, yellow and brown Measures: 8'11'' x 11'5''.

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20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Rugs and Carpets

Materials

Wool

Colorful Vintage Tibetan Rug
Colorful Vintage Tibetan Rug

Colorful Vintage Tibetan Rug

Located in New York, NY

Colorful late 20th century Tibetan rug Measures: 3'1" x 5'7".

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Late 20th Century Tibetan Chinese Export Rugs and Carpets

Materials

Wool

Champagne Mustard Soft Blue Chinese Rug
Champagne Mustard Soft Blue Chinese Rug

Champagne Mustard Soft Blue Chinese Rug

Located in New York, NY

An intermediate size Chinese Peking rug in soft blue and champagne tones from the early 20th century 5'3'' x 8'1''

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1920s Vintage Chinese Export Rugs and Carpets

Materials

Wool

Mid 19th Century Geometric Chinese Rug
Mid 19th Century Geometric Chinese Rug

Mid 19th Century Geometric Chinese Rug

Located in New York, NY

A mid 19th Century Geometric Chinese Accent Size Rug Measures: 3'7'' x 5'11''.

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Mid-19th Century Antique Chinese Export Rugs and Carpets

Materials

Wool

Gorgeous Early 20th Century Peking Rug
Gorgeous Early 20th Century Peking Rug

Gorgeous Early 20th Century Peking Rug

Located in Chicago, IL

A gorgeous early 20th century Chinese Peking rug with a bold and brilliant dark indigo field with a large singular peony patterned medallion woven in cream, pink, brown, and light in...

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Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Export Rugs and Carpets

Materials

Wool

Early 20th Century Peking Rug
Early 20th Century Peking Rug

Early 20th Century Peking Rug

Located in Chicago, IL

A charming early 20th century Chinese Peking rug with a central peony medallion amidst a field of more peonies and surrounded by a wide complex border containing geometric and floral...

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1940s Chinese Vintage Chinese Export Rugs and Carpets

Materials

Wool

20th Century Chinese Peking Rug
20th Century Chinese Peking Rug

20th Century Chinese Peking Rug

Located in Chicago, IL

A beautiful 20th century Chinese Peking rug with a central floral medallion against a dark abrash indigo background, and surrounded by a wide stylized lotus and scrolling vine patter...

Category

Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Export Rugs and Carpets

Materials

Wool

Fine Beige Blue Antique Indo-Chinese Rug
Fine Beige Blue Antique Indo-Chinese Rug

Fine Beige Blue Antique Indo-Chinese Rug

Located in New York, NY

A spectacular 19th century Indo-Chinese rug. The weave is very fine (check detailed image of back) and has quite a decorative look highlighted by a beige color oval shaped field acce...

Category

Late 19th Century Indian Antique Chinese Export Rugs and Carpets

Materials

Wool

Zabihi Collection Vintage Tibetan Rug, 3 x 5'5''
Zabihi Collection Vintage Tibetan Rug, 3 x 5'5''

Zabihi Collection Vintage Tibetan Rug, 3 x 5'5''

Located in New York, NY

a mid-20th-century Tibetan Small-size Tibetan Rug 3' x 5'5''

Category

20th Century Tibetan Chinese Export Rugs and Carpets

Materials

Wool

Chinese Export rugs and carpets for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Chinese Export rugs and carpets for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage rugs and carpets created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include rugs and carpets, asian art and furniture, more furniture and collectibles and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with fabric, wool and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Chinese Export rugs and carpets made in a specific country, there are Asia, East Asia, and China pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original rugs and carpets, popular names associated with this style include Djoharian Design, Gianni Versace, and Liberty of London. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for rugs and carpets differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $149 and tops out at $56,000 while the average work can sell for $4,800.