One-of-a-kind Vintage French Art Deco Rug BB6583 9'2" × 11'10" $35,000

Vintage French rugs are known for their exquisite designs and this piece is certainly not an exception to this rule. Woven by hand circa 1945, it dazzles with its whimsical, almost playful pattern. Inspired by Art Deco movement, it features a graceful serpentine lines in the center, accompanied by a delicate lattice in the upper right and bottom left corners. The whole is anchored with subtle waves that seem almost ethereal compared to other, more solid forms. The color palette features mostly pale pink with elements of elegant burgundy and white.

Art Deco is a style of visual arts, architecture and design that first appeared in France just before World War I. The Art Deco movement led to a fast evolution of the rug and textile design, among other art forms. Rug design evolved from traditional floral and highly ornamental to a style of angular elegance with geometric, abstract and modern figurative motifs. The design is frequently spare, geometric, and architectural. The rugs created during this period remain elegant and refined to this day.