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Doris Leslie Blau Antique French Savonnerie Rug
$100,000
£75,400.44
€86,888.50
CA$138,727.04
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CHF 80,913.95
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Antique French Savonnerie Rug
Size: 20'0" × 32'3" (609 × 982 cm)
This striking 1880s French Savonnerie rug captures the opulent spirit of the Belle Époque with its bold design, rich color palette, and exceptional craftsmanship. Woven in France during a period when the country was rediscovering its regal heritage, the rug pays homage to the grandeur of 17th- and 18th-century royal commissions, while exuding a more restrained and modern sensibility.
The rug is dominated by a powerful and symmetrical baroque-scroll pattern rendered in deep garnet, crimson, and terracotta tones. These rich, tonal reds are layered masterfully to create dramatic depth and movement across the field, lending the piece a glowing intensity. The wide border, decorated with a starry or dotted motif and stylized cartouches, grounds the composition and frames the flourishing central field.
Unfolding from a quiet center, the scrolling acanthus leaves and palmette forms bloom outward in mirror-like symmetry, invoking classical French design idioms reminiscent of palace décor—especially the work produced for Versailles. Yet the use of a monochromatic palette with subtle tonal shifts lends the piece a modern edge, making it highly adaptable to both traditional and contemporary interiors.
This rug was handwoven using the Savonnerie technique, a method prized for its dense, velvety pile and precise detailing. The plush wool, likely dyed using natural pigments, retains its luster and warmth even after more than a century.
Ideal as a statement floor covering in a formal setting, this Savonnerie rug also functions as a piece of historical textile art—melding imperial grandeur with timeless sophistication.
A rare piece from the Doris Leslie Blau Collection, this rug exemplifies superior artistry and tradition. Doris Leslie Blau offers a broad and varied pricing spectrum, accommodating collectors and designers across a range of budgets—from modest vintage finds to rare, museum-worthy masterpieces.
- Dimensions:Width: 240 in (609.6 cm)Length: 387 in (982.98 cm)
- Materials and Techniques:Wool,Hand-Knotted
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- Date of Manufacture:Late 19th Century
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- Seller Location:New York, NY
- Reference Number:Seller: BB07151stDibs: LU822637278522
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