Galilea (9x12) Purple lotus flowers) were combined with

lotus flowers) were combined with the angular

this piece exemplifies the "Nichols" or "Fette" style of the 1920s and 30s

or traditional interiors

extremely durable wool and luminous colors

and small partial color samplers

Galilea (9x12) Purple lotus flowers) were combined withDescription Chinese Art Deco rugs were predominantly produced in the 1920s and early 1930s. Traditional Chinese motifs (peonies, dragons, clouds, lotus flowers) were combined with the angular, often asymmetric layouts made popular in the western Art Deco movement. Layouts often featured expansive 'negative space' to allow the striking colors and isolated motifs to command attention. Two manufacturers dominated this era: American Walter Nichols, who