A striking 3'11''x5'11'' hand woven wool French needlepoint rug, this traditional floral piece stands out for its rich contrast and carefully layered composition, featuring a flat 0.10" cut pile on a cotton foundation with a deep black field framed by a softly toned sage green border. The design centers on an elegant vertical arrangement of flowering vines and blossoms that seem to grow upward across the surface, with roses, buds, and foliage rendered in nuanced shades of coral, lavender, lime, brown, and muted green. The dark ground sharpens every curve and petal, giving the florals a sense of depth and clarity, while the surrounding border introduces scrolling leaf forms that echo the movement of the central bouquet. Needlepoint weaving allows for fine gradations of color and clean outlines, lending the flowers a painterly, almost tapestry-like quality. The overall effect is decorative and expressive, with a strong sense of rhythm and balance that highlights the craftsmanship and classic French needlepoint aesthetic without feeling overly formal.
- Exact Size: 3'11"x5'11"
- Weave: Hand Woven Rug
- Yarn: Wool
- Color: Black, Sage, Lavender, Brown, Coral, Lime, Multi
- Origin: China
- Pile Height: 0.1 inch
- Condition: New
- Condition Description: New With Tags
- Rug#: ORH20354
Story Behind the Art: French needlepoint rugs originated in 17th–18th century France, famously crafted in Aubusson and Savonnerie workshops for royal and aristocratic interiors. Featuring floral medallions and elegant scrollwork, they were hand-stitched onto canvas using fine petit and gros point techniques. These rugs were heavily influenced by classical European art, featuring floral medallions, scrollwork, garlands, and pastel palettes. They were often used in palaces, châteaux, and salons, woven with meticulous craftsmanship using the petit point and gros point techniques. By the late 20th century, China became a major producer of French-style needlepoint rugs. Using centuries-old weaving and embroidery skills, Chinese artisans began replicating Aubusson and Savonnerie designs on a global scale. These rugs are hand-stitched or handwoven, often using wool on cotton canvas, and maintain the look of antique French originals at more accessible price points.