Black, Ivory 5'9"x8'9" French Aubusson Needlepoint Traditional Floral Frenzy Rug Hand Woven Wool Oriental Area Rug

Strikingly dramatic and richly decorative, this hand-woven French Aubusson needlepoint rug asserts itself with a deep black ground enlivened by a diagonal lattice of ivory scrollwork. Each diamond-shaped cell in the lattice houses a lush bouquet of roses and complementary blossoms in blush, coral, periwinkle, and sage, rendered with the precise tonal gradation and shading unique to needlepoint. The uniformity of the florals across the field enhances their jewel-like quality, creating a rhythmic, luminous pattern that contrasts beautifully with the dark background. Wide borders echo the interior’s geometry, featuring larger diamond lattices in dusty rose, each enclosing a single bloom, while a crisp black outer edge frames the piece with formal precision. Hand-woven in wool on a cotton foundation, this needlepoint rug realizes its decorative ambition with confidence and clarity.

• Exact Size: 5'9"x8'9"
• Weave: Hand Woven Rug
• Yarn: Wool
• Color: Black, Ivory, Green, Blue, Rose, Pink, Multi
• Origin: China
• Pile Height: 0.1 inch
• Condition: New
• Condition Description: New With Tags
• Rug#: AOR20457

Story Behind the Art: Originating in 17th- and 18th-century France, Aubusson and Savonnerie needlepoint rugs were crafted for royal and aristocratic interiors, often adorning palaces, châteaux, and elegant salons. They feature floral medallions, scrolling garlands, and delicate pastel palettes, with motifs hand-stitched onto canvas using petit point and gros point techniques. These rugs were deeply influenced by classical European painting and decorative arts, translating floral compositions and Rococo ornamentation into textile form. By the late 20th century, Chinese artisans began producing French-style needlepoint rugs, employing centuries-old embroidery skills to replicate Aubusson and Savonnerie designs on a global scale. Hand-stitched or handwoven in wool on cotton canvas, these rugs offer the refined look of French originals with accessibility for modern collectors and interior spaces.