French Art Deco Vintage Geometric Sage Hand-Knotted Wool Rug By Paule Leleu BB8448 5'7" × 12'0" $32,000

This vintage French Art Deco rug, circa 1920, by Paule Leleu, translates early modern Parisian design into a hand-knotted wool composition with crisp, architectural order.

A soft sage ground supports staggered rows of dark teal rectangular cartouches, each containing a pale cream center and, in many cases, a narrow red outline that adds a measured flash of contrast. The repeated modules create a quiet allover rhythm rather than a central medallion, leaving generous open space around the pattern and allowing the geometry to breathe. The alternating tonal blocks also introduce a subtle sense of movement, keeping the surface poised and visually engaging.

The muted green palette and graphic abstraction make this vintage French rug especially effective under clean-lined furniture, in contemporary seating areas, or in transitional rooms that need structure without heaviness. Paule Leleu’s modernist sensibility keeps the piece unmistakably French, while the wool pile lends warmth and a tactile finish that softens the disciplined Art Deco pattern.

Part of the expansive Doris Leslie Blau collection, this vintage rug reflects the gallery's dedication to preserving exceptional craftsmanship and distinctive design traditions. Its character, patina, and artistry make it a sophisticated addition to thoughtfully curated interiors.