Antique Savonnerie French Floral Medallion Warm Tan Hand-Knotted Wool Rug – Circa 1920 BB1414 13'0" × 21'6" $65,000

This antique French Savonnerie rug, circa 1920, reflects the classical weaving tradition of France in a graceful, salon-ready composition. Its warm tan ground and softly aged surface give it an elegant, timeworn character.

At the center, a discreet medallion unfolds in a restrained bouquet of florals, framed by scrolling acanthus, cartouche lines, and delicate foliate tendrils. The border continues the same language with ornate rinceaux and botanical ornament, all rendered in low-contrast tones of beige, soft gold, sepia, and faded terracotta. Rather than feeling busy, the design reads as architectural and measured, with the pattern gently emerging from the background.

This quiet formality makes the rug especially effective beneath traditional furnishings or as a tonal anchor in more layered interiors. Its faded palette and classical symmetry bring depth without visual heaviness, allowing the French Savonnerie pattern to lend composure, warmth, and historical presence to a room.

Sourced from Doris Leslie Blau, this antique rug represents the caliber of craftsmanship and cultural heritage the gallery has championed since its founding in 1965. With six decades of expertise, Doris Leslie Blau remains a premier destination for rare and extraordinary rugs across a wide range of styles and price points.