Refined Contemporary Savonnerie Style Rug

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Refined Contemporary Savonnerie Style Rug

About the Item

Dimensions: 400 x 400 cm. Composition: Natural silk and wool. Designed by Didier Marien. Unique signed rug. This Savonnerie style rug is a contemporary handwoven rug designed by Didier Marien for Parisian the Boccara Gallery. The originality of the rug is its composition: Wool and natural silk. The natural silk motif strikes our thanks to its colors and to its prestigious material. It is the first time that a Savonnerie style rug is created in silk and rug which gives birth to a contemporary conception of an historical rug. The Savonnerie rugs played an important role in the prestigious French furniture’s history. Louis XIII developed the Savonnerie manufactory by positioning the workshops along the banks of the Seine at the foot of the hill of Chaillot, in the buildings of a former soap factory, hence the name “Savonnerie", that has since made carpet according to the knotted carpet technique. During the 17th century Colbert reorganized the Savonnerie by placing it, like at the Gobelins, under the artistic direction of Charles Le Brun. Therefore, it has known an extraordinary period of activity during which its production, exclusively reserved for the king, was used for creating diplomatic gifts or furnishing royal residences. The Boccara Gallery has an important collection of French antique rugs from the 18th to the 20th centuries. This prestigious collection was formed over the years by Didier Marien. It reflects a precious history and a lifestyle where refinement is combined with an unparalleled attention to details. All these rugs are in perfect condition and come mostly from private collections. The French Savonnerie and Aubusson rugs in bring a unique touch to decorations and reflect a taste that marked the 18th century.

Creator:
Didier Marien (Designer),Boccara (Manufacturer)
Dimensions:
Width: 157.49 in (400 cm)Length: 157.49 in (400 cm)
Style:
Empire (In the Style Of)
Place of Origin:
France
Period:
2010-
Date of Manufacture:
2015
Condition:
Seller Location:
Paris, FR
Reference Number:
1stDibs: LU106763957143