Savonnerie French Antique Medallion Floral Cream Beige Hand-Knotted Wool Rug – Circa 1900 BB6129 15'0" × 19'9" $85,000

This antique French Savonnerie rug, woven circa 1900, reflects the formal salon tradition of France in a hand-knotted wool construction. Its elegant scale and balanced layout place it firmly within the refined world of French antique rugs, where decorative restraint and ornamental richness are carefully held in harmony.

An expansive scalloped medallion organizes the composition, floating over a cream beige field that feels light and airy rather than dense. Around it, scrolling acanthus forms, foliate tendrils, and small floral sprays create a graceful Rococo rhythm, with rose, blush, soft green, and pale gold accents lending the design a painterly softness. The ornamentation is delicate but deliberate, giving the rug an architectural clarity that suits formal and transitional interiors alike.

A narrow border frames the field with a stronger red outline and continued floral detail, sharpening the composition without overwhelming it. The result is a classic Savonnerie medallion rug with the poise of an antique French carpet and the easy versatility of a subtle, light-toned palette.

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.