4 x 4 Vintage Chinese Round Peking Pictorial Rug 78979

78979 Vintage Chinese Round Peking Pictorial Rug, 04'00 x 03'09.

This exquisite hand-knotted wool vintage Chinese round Peking pictorial rug is a captivating example of traditional Chinese artistry infused with profound cultural symbolism. The deep navy-blue field is adorned with a carefully balanced composition of motifs, each rich in meaning. In the foreground, a graceful deer stands beneath a tree with golden blooms, signifying longevity and prosperity. In Chinese culture, the deer, or "Lu," is considered a creature of fortune, believed to be able to locate the rare and mystical lingzhi fungus, which is said to grant immortality. The presence of the deer in this Chinese Peking rug conveys wishes for a long and prosperous life.

To the left of the deer, a phoenix spreads its wings in flight, embodying beauty, grace, and heavenly power. This legendary bird, revered in Chinese culture, is often associated with the Empress and represents nob