Antique Aubusson French Floral Medallion Classic Taupe Hand-Knotted Wool Rug – Circa 1880 BB9075 12'4" × 15'0" $28,000

This antique French Aubusson rug, woven circa 1880 in the historic Aubusson tradition, presents a formal medallion composition in wool with the quiet balance of late 19th-century tapestry design.

A classic taupe field sets off a carefully layered central emblem: a cream and blush medallion encircled by a dark floral wreath and a crisp geometric reserve. Delicate vine borders and small botanical sprays trace the open field, while the broad outer frame of circular rosettes adds rhythm, softness, and a distinctly French decorative cadence.

The palette remains restrained and timeworn, moving through blush, cream, rust, and terracotta against the neutral ground, so the ornament reads clearly without overwhelming the room. Its open layout and disciplined symmetry lend it particular ease in formal living rooms, dining spaces, and layered traditional interiors where an antique Aubusson rug can bring structure, color, and collected elegance.

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.