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Antique English Needlepoint Rug with Colorful Floral Medallions

About the Item

Handwoven in wool and originating from England circa 1850-1860, this 6x8 antique needlepoint rug is a rare and exciting new curation from our European rug collection. On the Design Though one of its many beauties is the variety of colors for such detailed and regal patterns, keen eyes will note especially present green tones in the colors at play. Furthermore teal, chartreuse, and beige underscore a play of floral sprays, medallions, and cartouches in a range of tones of red, blue, pink, and cream hues among the many at play. Admirers of the craft will note this piece has aged beautifully for a needlepoint of its period—a work of exceptional design choices from its variety of colors, detail, and overall elegant presence. Connoisseurs and designers will note that this English needlepoint rug style can be seen as a Western version of the neoclassical styles and their grandeur for those seeking a conversational historical context—a collectibility matched only by the dynamic, kingly nature of this antique European rug. Condition: This antique needlepoint rug further enjoys good condition for its age and lineage.
  • Dimensions:
    Width: 74 in (187.96 cm)Length: 102 in (259.08 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Wool,Hand-Woven
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1890s
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    Long Island City, NY
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 322591stDibs: LU4551141265552

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