Antique Square Needlepoint French Flat Weave Rug
| Stock number | 25513 |
| Size | 11 ft x 11 ft (3.35 m x 3.35 m) |
| Origin | France |
| Age | Circa 1870 |
| Style | Needlepoint |
| Materials | Wool & Silk |
| Construction | Needlework / Textiles |
| Colors | Ivory Beige Cream White |
| Pattern | Floral, Medallion |
Antique Square Needlepoint French Flat Weave Rug, Country of Origin: France, Circa Date: 1870s. This exceptional square piece exemplifies the refinement characteristic of 19th-century French rugs. Executed in the meticulous flat-weave technique associated with needlepoint rugs, it presents a dense, highly detailed surface, perfectly suited for grand European interiors of the period. The central field features a symmetrical, highly ornate cartouche design, utilizing classical motifs such as scrolling acanthus leaves, stylized urns, and subtle mythological figures. The dramatic use of a deep, saturated ground color creates striking contrast; this sophisticated palette includes rich crimson, pale gold, and sage green set against the powerful depth of the black color rugs ground.