Antique French Allover Light Beige Needlework Wool Rug – Circa 1920 BB7547 7'2" × 7'5" $10,000

This antique French needlework rug, circa 1920, draws on the country’s refined decorative textile tradition and brings a graceful, almost tapestry-like quality to the floor. Worked in wool, it belongs to the lineage of French needlework carpets prized for their patience of execution and formal elegance.

A soft light beige ground sets the tone, allowing the design to unfold in low relief rather than bold contrast. Across the field, repeating rococo cartouches hold compact floral bouquets, with crimson, rose pink, ivory, olive green, and warm taupe blossoms arranged in balanced, almost panelled rhythm. The allover composition feels orderly yet relaxed, with scrolling outlines and faint ornament that add movement without disturbing the calm surface.

From a distance, the rug reads as restrained and airy; up close, its floral clusters reveal the handwork and nuance that give antique French rugs their appeal. This is a versatile decorative piece for interiors that call for softness, antique character, and a quietly formal note, especially in traditional, transitional, or layered contemporary settings.

Part of Doris Leslie Blau's grand collection, this antique rug stands as a testament to the enduring beauty of traditional weaving artistry. Renowned for its curated selection of the world's finest rugs, DLB offers pieces ranging from accessible vintage treasures to rare, museum-worthy masterpieces for discerning collectors and designers alike.