Aubusson French Antique Floral Medallion Warm Tan Hand-Knotted Wool Carpet – Circa 1870 BB8926 13'5" × 14'8" $95,000

This antique French Aubusson carpet, woven circa 1870, comes from the celebrated tapestry tradition of central France. Its square format and formal medallion layout give it the poised presence of a salon carpet, while the warm tan ground softens the overall effect.

At the center, a circular medallion in cream, pale blue, and rose is edged with floral garlands, creating a clear focal point without overwhelming the field. Around it, a dense lattice of scrolling vines and small blossoms spreads across the rust-tinged ground, punctuated by brighter notes of magenta, brick red, and light blue. The result is decorative yet restrained, with a painterly rhythm that feels lifted from a classical French interior.

An ivory outer border packed with blossoms and leafy stems frames the composition, then a slim black inner band sharpens the design with definition. As an antique Aubusson wool carpet, it brings historic French elegance to formal living rooms, libraries, and dining spaces, especially where a layered but gentle floral statement is desired.

A treasured piece from the expansive Doris Leslie Blau collection, this antique rug embodies the gallery's longstanding commitment to sourcing carpets of exceptional artistry and historical significance. DLB offers a vast selection of antique, vintage, and contemporary rugs, welcoming collectors and designers at every level.