Early 20th Century Antique Chinese Rug Ningxia Bench Runner, 02'01 X 13'01

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78455 Antique Chinese Ningxia Bench Runner Meditation Mat, 02'01 x 13'01.
Emanating mythical elements with incredible detail and texture, this … more 78455 Antique Chinese Ningxia Bench Runner Meditation Mat, 02'01 x 13'01.
Emanating mythical elements with incredible detail and texture, this hand knotted wool antique Chinese Ningxia bench runner is a captivating vision of woven beauty. The dragon design and symbolic colorway woven into this piece work together creating a truly unique look. This Chinese bench runner features six medation squares and most likely was used to cover benches in a Chinese monastery. This is one single piece; however, they are often cut into individual squares and used as meditation mats. Each square depicts a five claw dragon enclosed with a Greek T-meander border. Dragons typically with five claws on each foot symbolized the emperor in many Chinese dynasties. Aside from the rich cultural symbolism, this piece is beautifully rendered in a marvelous color palette.

Whether placed on the floor or hung on the wall as artwork, this antique Chinese textile is perfect for a hallway, long entry or foyer, corridor, home office, study, studio, den, bedroom, living room, dining room, home library, mudroom, gameroom, billiards room, and even a hotel lobby. Iconic in its styling, this piece is well-suited for a wide range of interior styles, including Art Deco, Jazz Age, Traditional, Eclectic, Modern, Empire, Midcentury Modern, Chinoiserie, Asian Antique, Asian Modern, Japanese, Ming, Qing and Republic Period.

Rendered in variegated shades of blue, khaki, cerulean, beige, skyblue, oat, raspberry red, tan, and glaucous with other accent colors.
Abrash.
Hand knotted wool.
Made in China.
Measures: 02'01 x 13'01.
Date: Early 20th Century. less