Vintage French Art Deco Geometric Red Hand-Knotted Wool Rug By Paul Leleu BB7782 5'8" × 9'10" $20,000

This antique French Art Deco hand-knotted wool rug by Paul Leleu brings Parisian modernism into a tactile floor covering, pairing geometric precision with the refinement of French decorative arts.

A saturated red field sets the tone, while a stacked diamond lattice climbs the center in a measured vertical rhythm. Blue outlining sharpens each lozenge, and cream highlights appear like small faceted points within the repeat. The composition remains open at the sides, letting the negative space emphasize the architecture of the design and give the rug its tailored, graphic presence. Narrow ivory fringe and understated selvedges frame the surface without interrupting the pattern.

Maison Leleu’s influence is felt in the balance of ornament and restraint: bold enough to command attention, yet controlled enough to work with sleek seating, lacquered woods, or a more contemporary interior. The wool pile adds warmth and depth to the crimson ground, making this Art Deco rug both visually crisp and inviting underfoot.

Curated by Doris Leslie Blau, this vintage rug represents the enduring beauty and craftsmanship that have defined the gallery since its establishment in 1965. Doris Leslie Blau is celebrated worldwide for sourcing extraordinary rugs ranging from accessible vintage finds to rare collector-quality masterpieces.