Antique Aubusson French Allover Cream Beige Hand-Knotted Wool Rug – Circa 1870 BB0135 13'8" × 13'8" $75,000

Woven in France circa 1870, this antique Aubusson round rug reflects the refined courtly tradition that made Aubusson carpets prized throughout the 19th century. Handwoven in wool, it presents the graceful formality associated with French decorative weaving, balancing ornament and restraint with ease.

A soft cream beige field sets the stage for a centered medallion-and-crest composition, framed by a scalloped cartouche and surrounded by scrolling florals, foliate tendrils, and delicate garlands. The palette remains light and lyrical, with blush pink, pale peach, muted gold, and traces of light gray lending depth without disturbing the rug’s airy character. Repeated floral motifs move outward in a measured rhythm, giving the design a gentle sense of symmetry.

The structured border reinforces the rug’s classical order, while the open ground keeps the overall effect refined rather than heavy. Its round format and subdued palette make it especially effective in formal sitting rooms, dining areas, or entrance spaces where a polished French antique rug can soften architecture and provide a composed focal point.

Sourced from Doris Leslie Blau, this antique rug represents the caliber of craftsmanship and cultural heritage the gallery has championed since its founding in 1965. With six decades of expertise, Doris Leslie Blau remains a premier destination for rare and extraordinary rugs across a wide range of styles and price points.