1900s White, Beige, Light Brown, Green and Rose English Needlework BB6918 7'0" × 7'0" $12,000

Beautiful and permeated with history, this antique English rug is a rare treat for the connoisseurs of traditional art and craft. It belongs to the category of needlepoint rugs which means it was made by using a sewing needle and wool yarn to create stitches on an open grid cotton fabric called a “canvas”. This method of execution resulted in millions of individual stitches which gave a pile-less yet palpable texture and a characteristic, slightly rustic character.

This square English needlework rug consists of twenty-five polygons with pastoral scenes, wreaths and flower bouquets, separated by a simple lattice with diamonds. The idyllic atmosphere of the antique carpet is further enhanced by a gentle color palette of prevailing off-white and rose, with touches of golden beige, light brown and green. Full of grace and heartwarming, this exceptional English charmer will be the apple of the eye of its owners, introducing a breath of feminine character and delicacy to a wide gamut of interior arrangements.

In terms of execution, this antique English rug has a lot to boast about. It was made by hand in the before-mentioned needlework technique of the finest materials. Just as it has survived until today in perfect shape, it has a chance to serve many years without any signs of wear, under the condition of proper maintenance.