{"product_id":"ivory-handknotted-wool-orh22077","title":"Hand Knotted Wool Rug Ivory, Taupe Traditional Aubusson Savonnerie 8'9''x11'9''","description":"Climbing flower sprays in rust, gold and blue bloom from the corners of this deep green rug. The rug features a plain green center with a thin gold line that frames the design, and cream fringe finishes each end. Showcased here, the leaves and blossoms are open and flowing. Hand-knotted in China from wool, this Aubusson Savonnerie rug has a smooth, sculpted pile. A traditional area rug with a classic European look, it adds a graceful floral to dark green.\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExact Size: 8'9\"x11'9\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeave: Hand Knotted Rug\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYarn: Wool\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColor: Ivory, Taupe, Gray, Beige, Multi\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin: China\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePile Height: 0.5 inch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCondition: New \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCondition Description: New With Tags\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRug#: ORH22077\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\t\t\t\u003cp\u003eStory Behind the Art: Savonnerie rugs trace their origins to the renowned Savonnerie Manufactory in France, the most prestigious producer of knotted pile rugs during its golden era from 1650 to 1685. The name \"Savonnerie\" has since come to represent a distinct tradition of French rug-making, known for its luxurious textures, regal aesthetics, and intricate artistry. These rugs often feature framed medallions—either pictorial or armorial—surrounded by lush bouquets, leafy rinceaux, and elaborate floral motifs, typically set against rich backgrounds of deep blue, black, or brown and enclosed within multiple ornate borders. What sets French Aubusson Savonnerie rugs apart is their pioneering use of depth perspective—a technique developed by 17th-century French artists and weavers to create a sense of three-dimensionality in the design. Characterized by symmetrical knots, vivid color palettes, and exuberant patterns, these rugs remain timeless symbols of elegance. Today, their legacy lives on through skilled reproductions crafted in India, Pakistan, China, and Iran, allowing collectors and design enthusiasts to continue enjoying this classic French art form.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Oriental Rug Of Houston","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54466690711845,"sku":"ORH22077","price":1200.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1141\/7716\/files\/A22077.jpg?v=1794480997","url":"https:\/\/orientalrugofhouston.com\/products\/ivory-handknotted-wool-orh22077","provider":"Oriental Rug Of Houston","version":"1.0","type":"link"}