The Breath of the Dragon - Carpet cod. 138

Antique hand-knotted Chinese rug, featuring a light field adorned with a vertical composition dominated by a large central medallion with a dragon, symbolizing power, strength, and prosperity in Chinese culture. On the sides, two elegant flower vases represent abundance and harmony. The border features a continuous meander pattern, a symbol of eternity and protection. Woven in high-quality wool with vegetable dyes in shades of blue and beige, this piece exemplifies early 20th-century Peking textile tradition, where sacred and symbolic figures are combined to celebrate virtues valued in Eastern culture.
Origin: Imperial China.

L 194 x H 94 cm