Antique Needlepoint English Allover Floral Knotted Rug
| Stock number | 24312 |
| Size | 2 ft 9 in x 4 ft 2 in (0.84 m x 1.27 m) |
| Origin | England |
| Age | Circa 1870 |
| Style | Needlepoint |
| Materials | Wool |
| Construction | Hand Knotted Pile |
| Colors | Black |
| Pattern | Allover, Floral |
Antique Needlepoint English Allover Floral Knotted Rug, Circa Date: 1870s. This exquisite English needlepoint piece, dating to the late Victorian era, offers a rare knotted interpretation of a textile technique. It stands as a testament to the enduring appeal of antique rugs crafted with meticulous detail and historical provenance. The central field utilizes a sophisticated, near-black color rugs ground, which dramatically enhances the luminosity of the scattered floral spray. This deep, saturated hue allows the individual blossoms—rendered in shades of blush, cream, and ochre—to achieve a striking three-dimensional quality characteristic of fine needlework. The composition is framed by an elaborate border featuring a continuous, intertwined ribbon motif executed in contrasting shades of gold and grey.