English Antique Floral Allover Slate Blue Needlework Wool Rug – Circa 1920 BB8243 4'8" × 4'10" $6,000

Antique English needlepoint rug, circa 1920, handwoven in wool and worked in a square format, reflects the refined tradition of English decorative weaving with a formal medallion-and-border composition. Its structure is disciplined yet light, with a deep black central reserve set against a soft blue ground that immediately draws the eye inward.

At the center, a lush bouquet of floral motifs unfolds in dusty blue, blush, ivory, sage, and small accents of red and lavender. The surrounding cartouche-like frame is rendered in slate blue and olive tones, giving the design an architectural outline, while scattered blossoms and curling stems soften the geometry with a painterly, botanical rhythm.

The darker outer border adds definition and contrast, allowing the palette to read clearly from across a room. This antique floral rug carries a quiet Arts and Crafts sensibility, combining needlework texture with a romantic, orderly layout that suits a sitting room, bedroom, or layered traditional interior.

Sourced from Doris Leslie Blau, this antique rug reflects the gallery's longstanding dedication to preserving the finest examples of carpet artistry from around the world. Its remarkable craftsmanship and patina make it both a decorative statement and a collectible work of art.