Ivory 3'6''x5'6'' French Aubusson Savonnerie Traditional Botanical Plush Pile Hand Knotted Wool Oriental Area Rug

Hand knotted from wool on a cotton foundation, this French Aubusson Savonnerie rug features a soft ivory field that gives its botanical detailing room to breathe. A delicate floral medallion anchors the center, while symmetrical sprays of flowers and foliage extend outward in a composed arrangement that feels calm and balanced. The surrounding border, rendered in gentle aqua and blue tones, frames the rug with flowing roses, sage leaves, and subtle gray accents, capturing the refined elegance associated with Aubusson designs. A plush pile height enhances comfort, making the rug inviting underfoot, while wool construction ensures warmth and durability. Designed to feel both decorative and livable, this rug offers a timeless European aesthetic that works well in classic interiors seeking softness and visual clarity.

• Exact Size: 3'6"x5'6"
• Weave: Hand Knotted Rug
• Yarn: Wool
• Color: Ivory, Aqua, Blue, Rose, Sage, Gray, Multi
• Origin: China
• Pile Height: 1 inch
• Condition: New
• Condition Description: New With Tags
• Rug#: AOR20332

Story Behind the Art: French needlepoint rugs trace their origins to the grand decorative traditions of 17th- and 18th-century France, where Aubusson and Savonnerie workshops produced textiles for royal residences and aristocratic salons. These rugs were celebrated for their refined floral medallions, scrolling vines, garlands, and pastel color palettes, all inspired by classical European painting and interior architecture. Crafted by hand on canvas using petit point and gros point stitching techniques, each piece reflected meticulous workmanship and artistic precision. Historically featured in palaces and châteaux, these rugs embodied elegance and formal symmetry. In the late 20th century, Chinese artisans became instrumental in continuing this tradition, applying generations of weaving and embroidery expertise to recreate Aubusson and Savonnerie designs. Using wool on cotton foundations, these hand-stitched and handwoven rugs preserve the visual character of antique French originals while making the style more accessible to modern interiors.