This refined 3' x 5' hand-knotted French Aubusson Savonnerie rug showcases exceptional craftsmanship and intricate detail achieved through a dense weave of approximately 300 knots per square inch. The ivory field is centered by a richly colored medallion in navy and turquoise, surrounded by flowing vines, palmettes, and stylized floral motifs rendered in taupe, brown, and mint green. Influenced by Persian design traditions and interpreted through French artistry, the composition reflects the style once created for European palace interiors. Multiple decorative borders frame the rug with scrolling vines in navy and coral set against soft beige and turquoise grounds, adding depth and dimension. Hand-knotted from 100% wool with a low cut pile on a cotton foundation, the rug offers a smooth, refined texture and exceptional longevity. Its balanced palette of ivory, navy, turquoise, mint, and earth tones allows it to transition effortlessly between traditional and more contemporary spaces.
- Exact Size: 3x5
- Weave: Hand Knotted Rug
- Yarn: Wool
- Color: Ivory, Navy, Turquoise, Mint, Brown, Taupe, Multi
- Origin: China
- Pile Height: 0.3 inch
- Condition: New
- Condition Description: New With Tags
- Rug#: AOR20371
- Kpsi: 300
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.