Antique Wool Blue Flat Weave Rug
| Stock number | 25316 |
| Size | 7 ft 6 in x 9 ft 3 in (2.29 m x 2.82 m) |
| Origin | England |
| Age | Circa 1870 |
| Style | Needlepoint |
| Materials | Wool |
| Construction | Flat Weave |
| Colors | Blue |
| Pattern | Allover, Floral |
Antique Wool Blue Flat Weave Rug, Circa Date: 1870s. This exceptional late 19th-century flat weave piece, likely European needlepoint, features a sophisticated palette dominated by deep indigo and cerulean hues, establishing it firmly within the category of blue color rugs. The wool construction provides a soft, yet durable texture characteristic of this period's finest domestic textiles. The design employs a classic lattice framework, creating diamond-shaped reserves that hold lush, naturalistic bouquets of roses and foliage. This repeating, non-directional composition is a superb example of an allover rug design, ensuring visual continuity across the entire surface area. Measuring generously, this textile was designed to anchor a principal living space or salon.