Charcoal, Mint 6x9 Portuguese Needlepoint Traditional Floral Hand Woven Wool Area Rug

This elegant handwoven Portuguese needlepoint rug reflects the refined beauty of European textile traditions, particularly those influenced by Aubusson and Flemish design. The rug features finely detailed botanical motifs arranged across a dramatic charcoal background, creating a striking contrast that highlights each floral element. Roses, peonies, and delicate blossoms in mint, peach, rose, blue, and ivory are intricately stitched to produce a rich, layered composition. Constructed using traditional needlepoint techniques, the rug has a flat, tapestry-like surface that allows for exceptional clarity and precision in design. The rope-twist border adds a decorative finishing touch, enhancing the rug’s classical elegance. Crafted from wool, it offers durability and long-term performance, making it suitable for both decorative and functional use in formal living spaces or elegant interiors.

• Exact Size: 6x9
• Weave: Hand Woven Rug
• Yarn: Wool
• Color: Charcoal, Mint, Rose, Peach, Blue, Ivory, Multi
• Origin: Portugal
• Pile Height: 0.15 inch
• Condition: New
• Condition Description: New With Tags
• Rug#: AOR21044

Story Behind the Art: Portuguese needlepoint rugs, also widely recognized as Arraiolos rugs, trace their origins to the historic town of Arraiolos in Portugal, where this distinctive embroidery-based rug-making technique has been practiced since at least the 17th century. Influenced by Persian carpet designs introduced through early trade routes, these rugs are created using a cross-stitch method applied to a linen or jute foundation, resulting in a flat yet richly detailed surface. Traditionally woven with wool yarns, Portuguese needlepoint rugs often feature symmetrical floral arrangements, geometric patterns, and central medallions framed by decorative borders. Over time, the style has evolved to incorporate both Moorish and European artistic elements, making these rugs a unique blend of cultural influences, valued for their durability, lightweight structure, and timeless decorative appeal.