Antique Aubusson French Floral Allover Cream Beige Hand-Knotted Wool Carpet – Circa 1900 BB8905 6'3" × 9'3" $27,000

This antique French Aubusson carpet, handwoven circa 1900, belongs to the country’s celebrated tapestry-weaving tradition and reflects the refined decorative language of turn-of-the-century Europe.

A warm russet-brown ground supports a painterly allover bouquet of cream, blush, dusty rose, lavender, and soft gold blossoms. The floral masses feel abundant but not crowded, with open intervals that let each cluster breathe. Small touches of black and occasional blue sharpen the drawing and keep the composition lively. The result is elegant and painterly rather than formal, with softened contrast that reads beautifully from across the room.

At the perimeter, scrolling acanthus leaves and Rococo-inspired corner flourishes create a graceful frame that echoes the central garlands without overwhelming them. Woven in wool, the surface has a soft, textile-like finish and an antique patina that enhances its romantic character. It suits traditional rooms, layered transitional interiors, and spaces that call for warmth, texture, and botanical detail.

A rare piece from the Doris Leslie Blau collection, this antique rug exemplifies superior artistry, historic character, and timeless sophistication. DLB is internationally recognized for offering exceptional antique, vintage, and contemporary rugs of remarkable quality and provenance.