Antique Savonnerie French Allover Floral Midnight Black Hand-Knotted Wool Rug – Circa 1920 (Size Adjusted) BB6937 5'0" × 8'6" $8,000

This antique French Savonnerie rug, hand-knotted in wool circa 1920, reflects the refined decorative tradition of French court weaving. Its composition is fully covered in an allover floral pattern, giving the piece the tailored formality of a classical tapestry while retaining a soft, hand-rendered character.

Against a midnight black ground, scrolling acanthus stems and delicate vines unfold into a dense garden of blossoms in blush pink, pale blue, celadon, soft gold, and muted green. The dark field heightens the clarity of each motif, while the repeated floral movement creates a graceful rhythm without the need for a central medallion. A narrow border in warm gold and blue frames the design with architectural restraint.

The result is a Savonnerie rug with real decorative presence: elegant, grounded, and richly patterned. Its painterly palette and composed structure make it especially well suited to traditional rooms, layered transitional interiors, or contemporary spaces that benefit from a deep, historic anchor.

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.