Savonnerie French Antique Floral Medallion Soft Beige Hand-Knotted Wool Rug – Circa 1880 BB8733 13'2" × 25'4" $255,000

This antique French Savonnerie rug, woven circa 1880, reflects the refined court weaving tradition of France in a grand, elongated format. Its hand-knotted wool construction and formal medallion layout align with the decorative language of Aubusson, Louis XVI, and Baroque Revival interiors, where symmetry and ornament were meant to read with architectural clarity.

A soft beige ground is framed by a deep navy surround and anchored by a tall oval cartouche in muted rose, blush, cream, and gold. Within the field, floral garlands, acanthus leaves, and scrolling arabesques unfold in carefully balanced layers, while the corner roundels and scalloped borders reinforce the rug’s disciplined symmetry. The design feels painterly rather than rigid, with a graceful rhythm throughout.

The contrast between the quiet center and the darker perimeter gives the piece formal presence without heaviness, making it an elegant choice for a dining room, grand living space, or traditional library. Its antique patina softens the palette and brings warmth to the detailed floral composition.

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.