Vintage French Art Deco Geometric Crimson Hand-Knotted Wool Runner BB8463 4'6" × 17'6" $16,000

This vintage French Art Deco runner was hand-knotted in wool in France, bringing the streamlined elegance of the period into a long, tailored format. Its design is reduced to essentials: a crimson field enclosed by deep navy blue linear bands, with the border structure doing most of the visual work.

The open center reads like a color block, while the stepped, nested framing near the perimeter introduces quiet rhythm and architectural definition. Rather than relying on ornament, the composition uses proportion, contrast, and restraint to create impact, making it a refined example of geometric Art Deco design.

Subtle tonal shifts within the red ground soften the look and give the runner depth as light moves across the pile. The result is a versatile vintage wool rug with a strong graphic presence, well suited to hallways, stairways, galleries, or contemporary rooms that benefit from a clean, structured accent.

This remarkable vintage rug comes from the curated collection at Doris Leslie Blau, renowned for its discerning eye for quality, artistry, and timeless design. Doris Leslie Blau presents an exceptional range of vintage, antique, and contemporary rugs suited to both classic and modern interiors.