Black Beige 5'9''x8'8'' Traditional Aubusson Savonnerie 150 KPSI Hand Knotted Wool Oriental Area Rug

Bold contrast and old world grace come together in this black and beige Aubusson Savonnerie Oriental area rug, tied by hand from wool at 150 KPSI. The cream center is traced with black scrollwork and set within a deep black border. Top and bottom, acanthus leaves in brown and gold fan outward with an almost carved quality, and delicate sage details run along the cream panel. In the outer border, a fine gray latticework of leaves lends texture to all that black. Strong as the contrast is, the warm gold keeps it from turning stark. The dense wool pile welcomes households with pets and kids and recovers after heavy use, and cream fringe edges each end. Set this handmade rug in a dining room, living room, bedroom, entryway or home office, and let black, cream and gold lead the look. The result feels both formal and welcoming. Natural woods, tans and whites sit comfortably nearby. A routine of regular vacuuming, with the beater bar turned off, preserves its crisp appearance. A traditional piece with a European-inspired spirit, it is made for lovers of dramatic contrast.

• Exact Size: 5'9"x8'8"
• Weave: Hand Knotted Rug
• Yarn: Wool
• Color: Black, Beige, Brown, Gray, Multi
• Origin: China
• Pile Height: 0.75 inch
• Condition: New
• Condition Description: New With Tags
• Rug#: AOR21800
• Kpsi: 150

Story Behind the Art: Savonnerie rugs take their name from the celebrated Savonnerie Manufactory in France, regarded as the most prestigious maker of knotted pile rugs during its golden era between 1650 and 1685. Over time the name has come to stand for an entire French rug-making tradition, admired for luxurious texture, regal character, and intricate artistry. Typical designs set framed medallions, pictorial or armorial, among lush bouquets, leafy rinceaux, and elaborate florals, usually on rich grounds of deep blue, black, or brown and enclosed by several ornate borders. French Aubusson Savonnerie rugs are set apart by their pioneering use of depth perspective, a method devised by 17th-century French artists and weavers to give the design a three-dimensional feel. With symmetrical knots, vivid palettes, and exuberant patterns, these rugs remain enduring symbols of elegance, and today skilled reproductions made in India, Pakistan, China, and Iran let collectors and design lovers keep enjoying this classic French art form.