French Art Deco Vintage Geometric Sage Hand-Knotted Wool Rug By Paule Leleu BB8448 5'7" × 12'0" $32,000

An exceptional vintage French Art Deco carpet, circa 1920s, designed by Paule Leleu, daughter of renowned French designer Jules Leleu and an accomplished artist in her own right. This piece reflects her sophisticated approach to decorative arts and her unique ability to merge structure with color.

The rug features a meticulously ordered grid of rectangular motifs—symmetrical and rhythmic—arranged across a soft green field. Each module contains a central cream or ivory block, nested within layered frames of varying green tones, creating a sense of depth and optical movement. Accents of vivid red outline select forms, punctuating the design with a graphic, modernist energy.

Woven in hand-knotted wool, the piece has a dense, plush texture that enhances the richness of its saturated palette. The composition balances restraint with complexity, a hallmark of Paule Leleu’s mature style. Her signature—“LELEU”—is subtly woven into the lower right corner, confirming its provenance and connection to the storied Maison Leleu atelier.

A rare and collectible example of early French modernist textile design, this rug brings timeless elegance and artistic integrity to any interior—ideal for collectors of Art Deco, Leleu designs, or historical European modernism.

Rich in heritage and artistry, this handmade rug exemplifies the high standards of Doris Leslie Blau’s curated pieces. With a wide range of prices, Doris Leslie Blau makes exceptional rugs accessible to collectors and designers alike.