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Ningxia Rug
Phil Bell Antique Rugs
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Ningxia Rug

19th century
Description

Ningxia rugs are often quite reserved in their design and are a far cry from the elaborate drawing of other and later chinese pieces. This has really good age and I think a wonderful archaic look to match. Much of the central light field has worn away but it is possible to pick out a lattice design. The soft blue in the spandrels has a subtle beauty with the deep blue of the border framing the calm space within. I am no expert on Chinese rugs but when I venture outside of my comfort zone I search for anything that has a look and this rug certainly meets that criteria.

Very low pile to the central field with foundation showing. The ends are a little untidy and have lost some rows of knots as is to be expected on a piece of this age. There is a small hole repair visible in the photographs.

Physical Dimensions
Height
135cm (53.15")
Width
71cm (27.95")
Declaration

Phil Bell Antique Rugs has dated this Antique Ningxia Wool Rug to the 1850s.

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SA1223788
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348
Description
Ningxia rugs are often quite reserved in their design and are a far cry from the elaborate drawing of other and later chinese pieces. This has really good age and I think a wonderful archaic look to match. Much of the central light field has worn away but it is possible to pick out a lattice design.
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The soft blue in the spandrels has a subtle beauty with the deep blue of the border framing the calm space within.
Phil Bell Antique Rugs

I am no expert on Chinese rugs but when I venture outside of my comfort zone I search for anything that has a look and this rug certainly meets that criteria.

fig 1. A hand-knotted antique Ningxia rug featuring a beige wool field, central blue medallion, corner motifs, and a repeating scrolling blue border.
fig 1. Ningxia Rug

Very low pile to the central field with foundation showing. The ends are a little untidy and have lost some rows of knots as is to be expected on a piece of this age. There is a small hole repair visible in the photographs.

Height
135cm (53.15")
Width
71cm (27.95")
Date of Manufacture

Phil Bell Antique Rugs has dated this Antique Ningxia Wool Rug to the 1850s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1223788
Dealers Internal Ref
348
Phil Bell Antique Rugs
Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2025
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A hand-knotted antique Ningxia rug featuring a beige wool field, central blue medallion, corner motifs, and a repeating scrolling blue border.
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Archive I A hand-knotted antique Ningxia rug featuring a beige wool field, central blue medallion, corner motifs, and a repeating scrolling blue border.

Ningxia Rug

Archive II A hand-knotted antique Ningxia rug featuring a beige wool field, central blue medallion, corner motifs, and a repeating scrolling blue border. View II
Archive III A hand-knotted antique Ningxia rug featuring a beige wool field, central blue medallion, corner motifs, and a repeating scrolling blue border. View III
Archive IV A hand-knotted antique Ningxia rug featuring a beige wool field, central blue medallion, corner motifs, and a repeating scrolling blue border. View IV
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A hand-knotted antique Ningxia rug featuring a beige wool field, central blue medallion, corner motifs, and a repeating scrolling blue border.
Ningxia rug
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A hand-knotted antique Ningxia rug featuring a beige wool field, central blue medallion, corner motifs, and a repeating scrolling blue border.
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Ningxia rugs originate from the Ningxia province in northwestern China, a historical centre for carpet weaving along the Silk Road. Produced predominantly during the Qing Dynasty, these rugs were influenced by Imperial court aesthetics and feature distinctive open fields, soft wool, and serene blue-and-beige colour palettes.

Traditional Ningxia rugs are hand-knotted using locally sourced hand-spun sheep wool on a cotton or wool foundation. The wool pile is dyed using natural plant and mineral dyes, with cobalt blue from indigo being a characteristic shade, resulting in soft textures and subtle chromatic variations.

Authentic Ningxia carpets typically feature asymmetrical knot construction, a relatively low knot density, and a soft, supple handle. Visually, they are recognisable by sparse central medallions, corner spandrels, geometric fretwork borders, and muted natural dye tones.

A Ningxia rug serves as a soft, neutral anchor in minimalist, contemporary, or traditional spaces. Position the rug in a hallway, bedroom, or living area where the blue motifs can echo blue accents in upholstery, ceramics, or artwork.

Vacuum regularly using a suction-only setting without a rotating beater bar to avoid pulling the hand-knotted fibres. Rotate the rug annually to ensure even wear, and seek professional hand-cleaning services for spot removal or deep restoration.
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