Hello AT,
I am trying to mix my modern and antique furniture finds/hand-me- downs. I am in love with a few blue Art Deco Chinese (Nichols) rugs I have seen over time and love the more "modern" look of this vintage rug (left and below). The pile is often higher, and the more simplistic patterns appeal to me (not the flowery ones as much!) Unfortunately, most are way too far out of my budget while the reproductions of the style are gaudy.
Any idea of where to find a modern replacement? I prefer the rugs with shades of blue and beige, but as long as it has blue in it, I'm pretty open!
Thanks, Liddy
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The most informative and useful post, sans emotions.
Thank you, dutifully bookmarked.
Thank you for asking this question! I have also been searching for an affordable Nichols rug for my living room. Unfortunately, I need a large size, and the affordable ones on ebay seem to be either too small or very tattered.
Try cybberrug.com for lots of rugs and good information about these rugs, including an article about what a Nichols is (and isn't).
I have a tattered Nichols rug that I would rather have on my floors, under my feet, than a new carpet. Why not get a tattered one for a good price until you find a replacement for it, that way you have time to hunt one down at a price you like! Your persistance will be rewarded!
oh, by the way, i bought mine at s&s auctions in south jersey. they have auctions every two weeks. dutch auctions also has a huge carpet auction too. sometimes they are on the same days. at least you would be buying at what the dealers are paying. lots of new yorkers are down here every auction. go to auctionzip.com and check em out!!! good luck and bring your license and a checkbook.
Sometimes you may be able to come across "Indo" art deco rugs - These are Indian (India Indian) interpretations of Nichols designs. They embody many of the characteristics of Nichols rugs in terms of design, hand knotted nature and colors, but come at a much lower price point. These were primarily made in the late 70's and early 80's.
Nichols is more along 1920's to 30's. It also seems some "revival Nichols" were made in the 50's too which were also from China, some with nice wool like the originals but in very small production.
As a side note, the carpet at the top of this entry in blue and softer antique ivory is known as a "Peking" carpet. These were made just before the Nichols rugs came into play. Peking carpets are approximately 1900-1915 for the most part. You can almost always identify them by the "trademark" blues, which are all derived from the same dye, just dyed more times. There are "replicas" which exist of these types which were made in the 70's and 80's. These came from China like the original Pekings, however, unlike the original, the newer versions have a much more manufactured look on the back, in addition to more precise gauge yarn.
Sincerely,
David
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