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Refined and Beautifully Soft Large Floral Antique French Savonnerie Carpet, rug type: French rug, circa date: Turn Of The 20th Century. This elegant antique French Savonnerie carpet looks as if it belongs in the Louis XIV Palace of Versailles, and it is large enough to warrant such a display. The originally vibrant colors of this refined French rug have faded over time, giving it a chic Victorian appeal. The reds, pinks, blues, and greens of this antique French Savonnerie carpet have faded to the color of a refined cup of tea.
Magnificent Mid 19th Century French Aubusson Carpet, Rug Type: French Rug, Circa Date: 1860. During the 17th and 18th centuries the French tapestries and the flat woven rugs that were produced in Aubusson France rivaled the best Royal manufacturers. These antique rugs and tapestries were known for their high level of detail and fine craftsmanship. This magnificent mid-19th century French Aubusson carpet is an excellent example of the fine detail and care that went into the making of each piece.
Beautiful Free Flowing Large Size Antique French Renaissance Savonnerie Rug, Circa Date: 1900 — French rugs are characterized by their spectacular knotted weave pile and soft pastel colors. French style area rugs were heavily influenced by the convergence of Arab, Christian, Jewish and Berber populations on the Iberian peninsula. This rug is a classic representation of the beautiful types of area rugs from French. notice how the soft yellow and green pastels of this European Renaissance-style rug design of scrolling vines contrasts with the earthy browns on the outer edge and the center open field. Far less ornate than other traditional area rug styles, the relatively sparse design of this piece allows the eye to take in the fantastic color scheme.
Elegant Antique French Charles X Savonnerie Rug, circa date: 1820. Charles X ruled France from 1824 to 1830. This period in history is known as the Restoration, and this beautiful antique French Savonnerie rug is a magnificent example of the work of this period. This breathtaking green color rug was created around 1820 and is a beautiful piece of Restoration-era furniture. It is a rare piece and in an excellent state of preservation considering it is age and origins.
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A mid-19th-century French antique fragment rug, the moss green field with scattered feathery red leaves and ivory flowerheads around a bold polychrome medallion within a sand and sage scrolling vinery border. The French Savonnerie rugs factory, located on the site of the present Musee d'Art Moderne, inherited its name from the soap-making factory it took over at the behest of Louis XIII. From 1660 until 1743 Savonnerie was a manufacturer of royale, carrying out commissions for French Savonnerie rugs and carpets specifically designed for the Royal palaces. In the 1770s, the tapestry looms at Aubusson in the Cruze Valley near Limoges were converted to produce flat-woven antique oriental rugs and carpets under royal warrant. No one knows precisely when European rugs weaving began in this area, but it is certain that tapestries were first woven there long before the Gothic era.
French Aubusson rugs are considered crème de la crème of all European carpets. This antique French rug clearly shows what is the reason behind this widespread recognition. Created at the very beginning of the 20th century, the piece boasts a classy architectural and botanical design, featuring a decorative central medallion surrounded by a stylized cartouche with delicate touches of floral motifs. The warm and quite neutral color palette of this antique rug constitutes a counterweight to the opulent pattern. Shades of chocolate brown, sandy beige, ivory, gray, and Mocca, subtly invigorated due to fuchsia, carmine, and extinguished green accents on the flowers, coexist in absolute harmony, Such a versatile composition will seamlessly fit into any kind of interior arrangement, from traditional to contemporary. In terms of workmanship, the antique French Aubusson rug meets all the expectations of a conscious buyer. It was meticulously hand-knotted of the finest wool in accordance with old and refined techniques. Such a thorough making made it possible for the antique carpet to survive until today in perfect condition. If properly maintained, the piece will serve its owners for generations, bringing in the never-fading glamour of French craftsmanship.
Breathtaking Oversized Antique French Art Deco Carpet, Rug Type: French Rugs, Circa Date: 1920. France is considered the home of the Art Deco movement with the 1925 exhibition that is considered the official beginning of the movement. Soon, the design would find its way into architecture, furniture, jewelry, cars, movie theaters, fashion, and in everyday items throughout the home. This piece is a beautiful example the French Art Deco rug style and the characteristics that helped to define it.
The carpet weavers of Aubusson, France have a recognizable style that features scrolling floral motifs and beautifully blended colors. They were known for the quality of their carpets and the fine detail of their designs. This is a classic antique French Aubusson carpet that features an ornate central medallion that is similar to the architectural features found in French public spaces of the time.
Beautiful Room Size Vintage French Kilim Rug by Artist Antonin Kybal, Rug Type: French Rugs, Circa date: Mid 20th Century. Unlike many art deco rugs, this elegant surface uses whimsically curving and moving lines to draw attention from one section of interest on the French rug to the next. The careful placement of elements creates a unique degree of asymmetry, resulting in a casual arrangement with shapes that still appear to be chosen in a specific order. The vintage rugs lines are divided into black and sage green movements to break up the space even further, and the colors within add certain contrast to the beige background itself. Vibrant red and glowing yellow are selected at key sections around the lines to fill in the spaces made where the lines cross. These spaces, within the flat woven Kilim rug, take on a life of their own, and viewers are taken on a journey through the various twists and turns encountered where the colors and lines meet.
A modern second quarter 20th-century French country rug, the camel field with minor circles and triangles in bands framing the tiles containing brown and beige flowerheads within a thin outer stripe. Rug production was introduced to Europe by the Moors of Spain between the eighth and thirteenth centuries. While Oriental rugs initially had a significant influence on European rugs designs, various regions came to develop their own unique styles and techniques over time. In France, starting in the seventeenth century, factories in Savonnerie and Aubusson rugs for sale began producing some of the most exceptional rugs of the last few centuries. From 1660 until 1743 Savonnerie was a manufacture royal, carrying out commissions for pile antique rugs and carpets specifically designed for the Royal Palaces. In England, high-quality rug production in the town of Axminster in the late 18th century gradually paved the way for the Arts and Crafts rugs in the late nineteenth century when William Morris designed a pattern for an Axminster rug.
A late 19th century English needlepoint runner, having an unusual cinnamon field divided into rectangular panels containing enlarged leaf motifs within a black border with a red wavy border and ivory fleurons.
Antique rugs are among very few pieces of decor boasting such diversity in their designs. No wonder their popularity skyrocketed – what else can change an interior as successfully as a good quality European carpet? Among all available designs, Savonnerie rugs usually gather the most attention due to their natural beauty and skillfully applied patterns. This stunning Savonnerie rug can charm even the most demanding collectors. Handwoven circa 1920, it is both an example of excellent craftsmanship, but also superb taste. The design of this rug includes a beautiful floral composition, created of several different types of flowers. The color palette includes light, pastel shades contrasted with a deep black background. Here at Doris Leslie Blau, we take great pride in what we do and nothing makes us happier than the knowledge that our hard work is appreciated by both our clients and countless interior design magazines, such as Architectural Digest. Our collection of contemporary rugs is filled with countless treasures from all over the world. Our antique rugs and modern carpets can charm even the most demanding connoisseurs, so be sure to visit our website for more high-quality rugs.
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