Antique Savonnerie French Allover Floral Knotted Rug
| Stock number | 25155 |
| Size | 5 ft 6 in x 8 ft 10 in (1.68 m x 2.69 m) |
| Origin | France |
| Age | Circa 1775 |
| Style | Savonnerie |
| Materials | Wool |
| Construction | Hand Knotted Pile |
| Colors | Ivory Beige Cream White |
| Pattern | Floral |
Antique Savonnerie French Allover Floral Knotted Rug, Circa Date: 1775. This exquisite French textile is a rare example of the courtly style prevalent during the late 18th century, showcasing the superb craftsmanship associated with antique rugs of this period. The design features a delicate, repeating trellis pattern formed by interlacing golden ribbons tied with stylized bows, creating a sense of graceful movement. Within the diamond voids, lush bouquets of pink and crimson roses bloom against the luminous ivory ground, a hallmark of refined European decoration. The narrow, elongated format suggests it was originally commissioned as one of the highly desirable hallway runner rugs intended to adorn a long gallery or formal corridor in a chateau. Such pieces required exceptional precision to maintain the continuity of the allover pattern across the length.