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French Art Deco Rug Doris Leslie Blau
$9,000
£6,799.17
€7,797.17
CA$12,557.78
A$13,666.73
CHF 7,244.72
MX$164,421.14
NOK 91,886.29
SEK 84,069.52
DKK 58,250.77
About the Item
1940s French Art Deco Rug with Stylized Butterflies and Geometric Motifs
Size: 4'3" × 7'3" (129 × 220 cm)
Circa: 1940
Age: Vintage
Color: Blue, Cream, Pink, Taupe
Origin: France
Style: Art Deco
A striking example of 1940s French Art Deco textile design, this vintage rug fuses natural and geometric elements into a composition that is both whimsical and refined. Woven in France, the piece features a warm beige field that serves as a serene backdrop for its dynamic decorative elements.
Two large, stylized butterflies — rendered in bold navy blue with pastel accents of mint green, dusty rose, and soft lavender — take center stage. These butterflies, symmetrically positioned on the diagonal corners, introduce a playful yet elegant organic element, emblematic of the Deco era’s fascination with stylization in nature. Their forms are highly graphic, marked by concentric segments and abstracted wings, lending the design a sense of rhythm and movement.
Surrounding the butterflies, a series of scattered floral motifs and diagonally striped rectangles in red and blue add visual interest and texture. These small geometric patterns create a pleasing tension between order and spontaneity, grounding the free-form butterflies with structured design elements.
Framing the central composition is a wide border with a traditional Greek key motif in soft grey and taupe, subtly defining the space and adding a neoclassical contrast to the otherwise modern imagery. The border’s scale and symmetry provide balance, echoing the architectural influences often found in Deco design.
Hand-knotted in wool, the rug’s texture is dense yet plush, offering both comfort and durability. Its restrained palette — a mix of muted pastels, neutrals, and midnight blue — ensures that while the design is vivid, it remains sophisticated and suitable for a range of interior styles.
This French Deco rug embodies the spirit of the 1940s: decorative yet disciplined, playful yet polished. Perfect for collectors or interiors seeking a touch of vintage European charm paired with artistic abstraction.
Rich in heritage and artistry, this handmade rug exemplifies the high standards of Doris Leslie Blau’s curated pieces. With a wide range of prices, Doris Leslie Blau makes exceptional rugs accessible to collectors and designers alike.
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