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French Oversize Savonnerie Rug Carpet, circa 1890

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French oversize Savonnerie rug carpet, circa 1890. French Savonnerie carpets have been produced since the 1600s. The name comes from the French word for soap, 'savon' as they were produced in an area where soap factories were based. The designs are mainly, pictorial or armorial and the rugs are normally woven with a thick plush pile. Later, carpets of this kind were made in other European centres, most notably in Spain and more recently in China and India. Size: 16' x 19'.
  • Dimensions:
    Width: 192 in (487.68 cm)Length: 228 in (579.12 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Wool,Hand-Woven
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1890
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Secaucus, NJ
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 536595A1stDibs: LU3283321910942

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