Aqua 3x4'8" French Needlepoint Traditional Floral Hand Woven Wool Oriental Area Rug

Graceful French needlepoint traditions are expressed in this 3' x 4'8" hand-woven wool rug, which reads as much like decorative art as a floor covering. A soft aqua and blue field provides a luminous backdrop for finely detailed floral garlands and a central oval bouquet rendered in blush pinks, mint greens, muted golds, and gentle creams. The flat, low cut pile allows each motif to remain crisp and clearly defined, while wool adds warmth and depth to the surface. A cotton foundation keeps the rug stable and well balanced underfoot. Subtle and cultivated, the design elevates a space by introducing order, softness, and a refined decorative presence.

• Exact Size: 3x4'8"
• Weave: Hand Woven Rug
• Yarn: Wool
• Color: Aqua, Mint, Gold, Green, Blush, Multi
• Origin: China
• Pile Height: 0.1 inch
• Condition: New
• Condition Description: New With Tags
• Rug#: AOR20365

Story Behind the Art: French needlepoint rugs developed in 17th and 18th century France, most notably in the Aubusson and Savonnerie workshops that supplied elaborate floor coverings for royal and aristocratic interiors. Drawing inspiration from classical European art, these rugs featured floral medallions, scrolling vines, garlands, and softly harmonized color palettes. Traditionally executed using petit point and gros point stitching techniques on canvas, they were prized for their refinement and decorative detail, making them ideal for salons, palaces, and châteaux. In the late 20th century, Chinese artisans began producing French-style needlepoint rugs, applying generations of embroidery and weaving expertise to recreate these historic designs. Crafted in wool on cotton foundations, these rugs retain the elegance and character of antique French originals while offering a more accessible interpretation of this celebrated decorative tradition.