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The Versailles Bloom: Antique French Savonnerie Rug of Courtly Elegance
$8,260
£6,307.18
€7,180.95
CA$11,598.34
A$12,679.26
CHF 6,707.90
MX$151,727.73
NOK 85,348.39
SEK 78,127.81
DKK 53,637.25
About the Item
71778 Antique French Savonnerie Rug, 09'06 x 12'08. In the resplendent tradition of 17th- and 18th-century France, when Savonnerie carpets adorned the grand salons of Versailles and the gilded halls of the Louvre, this hand-knotted wool antique French Savonnerie rug stands as a masterpiece of classical refinement. Each precious knot tells the story of royal patronage and Parisian artistry—woven not merely to decorate, but to signify taste, privilege, and cultural power. Its soft luminosity and refined palette capture the spirit of the ancient régime: opulent, yet infinitely composed.
The sumptuous field, a serene expanse of muted celadon and pale gold, serves as a tranquil stage upon which delicate bouquets of roses unfurl. These scattered floral sprays—rendered in blush, crimson, and soft lavender—evoke the courtly gardens of Marie Antoinette, each bloom an emblem of cultivated grace. Their gentle asymmetry lends the composition an air of spontaneity within structure, a painterly balance that whispers of French Romanticism and aristocratic leisure. The effect is both ethereal and grounded, like sunlight filtered through silk drapery in a Parisian salon.
Encircling the enchanting field is a masterfully orchestrated border—an opulent scroll of acanthus leaves, ribboned garlands, and rococo flourishes entwined with roses and foliage. Here, artistry meets architecture; the sinuous curves echo the carvings of Louis XV furniture and the frescoes of Boucher and Fragonard. The border’s symphonic interplay of coral, ivory, lilac, and antique gold harmonizes perfectly with the subdued field, creating a seamless visual cadence that radiates courtly elegance and refined proportion.
This antique Savonnerie rug transcends utility—it is a symbol of cultivated distinction and timeless French luxury. To possess such a one-of-a-kind piece is to inherit a fragment of the royal aesthetic, an object once reserved for palatial interiors and connoisseurs of exquisite taste. Whether gracing a château-inspired salon, a classical library, or a curated modern space, this exquisite work of art does not simply complete a room—it crowns it, weaving history, prestige, and artistry into one transcendent expression of elegance.
Abrash. Desirable Age Wear.
Hand knotted wool.
Made in France.
Measures: 09'06 x 12'08.
Date: Early 20th Century.
- Dimensions:Width: 114 in (289.56 cm)Length: 152 in (386.08 cm)
- Style:Aubusson (In the Style Of)
- Materials and Techniques:Wool,Hand-Knotted
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1900-1909
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Abrash and couple of small spots.
- Seller Location:Dallas, TX
- Reference Number:Seller: 71778 Antique French Savonnerie Rug, 09 06 x 12 081stDibs: LU942946996612
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