"Old Art Deco China Oval Carpet"
Beginning of the 20th century around 1920.Oval Chinese Art Deco rug in beige and black tones with a central medallion decorated with symbolic dragons on its two ends.
The dragon was the symbol of the Emperor of China for two millennia. Even today it is considered a national symbol. In Antiquity, it was one of the four magical animals or si ling, signs through which Heaven manifested itself to men. Among the orients, he represents the east.
Dimensions: 230x154 cm
Condition: Heavy wear, damaged fringes
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