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Authentic French Savonnerie Bold Botanic Handmade Wool Rug

Offered by: Doris Leslie Blau Rugs

Description
An exceptional example from our collection of late 19th century French Savonnerie Aubusson rugs, the cocoa field with floral sprays surrounding a garland wreath around a enlarged purple medallion, with an architecturally-inspired design of scrolling leafy vines, within a dark purple scrolling vinery border.The European Rugs factory, located on the site of the present Musee d'Art Moderne, inherited its name from the soap making factory it took over at the behest of Louis XIII. From 1660 until 1743 Savonnerie was a manufacture royale, carrying out commissions for French Savonnerie antique kilim rugs and carpetsspecifically designed for the Royal Palaces.

More Information

Period:	19th Century
Condition:	Good.
Creation Date:	1880
Styles / Movements:	Traditional
Dealer Reference #:	BB1374
Incollect Reference #:	536915

Dimensions

W.	158 in;	H.	304 in;
W.	401.32 cm;	H.	772.16 cm;

Message from Seller:

Founded in 1965, Doris Leslie Blau is a legendary New York City rug emporium, renowned for its selection of antique, vintage, and contemporary pieces. Now owned by Nader Bolour, the gallery continues its tradition of offering exceptional designs while also creating custom rugs that reinvent traditional textures and styles. | nader@dlbrugs.com | 212.586.5511

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