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Paule Leleu, Rectangular Carpet with Geometric Motif, France, 1957
By Paule Leleu
Located in New York, NY
The daughter of Jules Leleu, Paule joined the family company at a young age. Over time she became the firm's colorist and the head of the design studio, where she oversaw the textile...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Western European Rugs
Materials
Wool
Paule Leleu, Round Center Carpet with Geometric Trim, France, 1957
By Paule Leleu
Located in New York, NY
The daughter of Jules Leleu, Paule joined the family company at a young age. Over time she became the firm's colorist and the head of the design studio, where she oversaw the textile...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Western European Rugs
Materials
Wool
Paule Leleu, Pair of Carpets with Aztec-Inspired Motifs, France, 1957
By Paule Leleu
Located in New York, NY
The daughter of Jules Leleu, Paule joined the family company at a young age. Over time she became the firm's colorist and the head of the design studio, where she oversaw the textile...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Western European Rugs
Materials
Wool
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