Seafoam Brown 5'6''x8'4'' Traditional Aubusson Savonnerie Hand Knotted Wool Oriental Area Rug

Seafoam and Brown set the tone in this Traditional Aubusson Savonnerie, a hand knotted wool Oriental area rug with an airy, European-inspired layout. At the middle, a muted pale sage ground spreads out gently, while cream bands run down a pair of sides and hold angular motifs in coral and green, a lively contrast to the soft base. A darker green outline encloses the composition, and short fringe completes both ends. Because the weaving is done entirely by hand from wool, the pile comes out smooth and dense, and each motif keeps a sharp, clean outline. This handmade rug feels soft underfoot yet crisp to the eye, which is what makes it so easy to love. Lay it across a living room to define a seating area, unroll it in a bedroom for a gentle start to the morning, or let it dress an entryway or dining room with quiet charm. In a home office, the calm palette adds comfort and a measured splash of pattern. Hints of brown and seafoam keep the whole scene restful, and the result is a rug that welcomes you into the room.

• Exact Size: 5'6"x8'4"
• Weave: Hand Knotted Rug
• Yarn: Wool
• Color: Seafoam, Brown, Gray, Blue
• Origin: India
• Pile Height: 1 inch
• Condition: New
• Condition Description: New With Tags
• Rug#: AOR22028

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.