17 x 21 Antique French Savonnerie Rug 73397

73397 Antique French Savonnerie Rug, 17'00 x 21'00.

Steeped in the regal elegance of Belle Epoque France, this exquisite hand-knotted wool Late 19th Century Savonnerie rug evokes the grandeur of aristocratic salons and the gilded halls of the French court. Its sumptuous terracotta red field, delicately adorned with floating floral sprays, whispers of a bygone era when the artistry of French textile weavers rivaled that of the most coveted Oriental imports. Inspired by the Louis XV and Louis XVI decorative arts, this magnificent Savonnerie rug embodies the splendor of Rococo Revival design, a style that flourished in the lavish drawing rooms of 19th-century Parisian nobility. The soft, glowing hues of faded pinks, warm beiges, and golden ochres dance across the surface, forming a harmonious symphony of color and refinement.

A masterpiece of French craftsmanship, the ornate scrolling acanthus leaves and floral bouquets gracefully unfold across the luminous ivory border, recalling the splendor of Versailles’ Hall of Mirrors and the Salon de la Paix. This particular motif, originally conceived under the artistic direction of Charles Le Brun for Louis XIV’s commissions, became an enduring hallmark of Savonnerie carpets. Every meticulously knotted petal and vine tells a story of an era when such carpets were reserved for royal palaces, embassies, and aristocratic townhouses, an exclusive privilege of French sovereigns and their courtiers. 

As the 19th century unfolded, France’s Second Empire and Belle Epoque periods embraced a nostalgic return to classical grandeur, reviving the aesthetic opulence of the Ancien Regime. This Savonnerie rug, with its symphonic interplay of floral and architectural elements, reflects that spirit—an homage to the timeless artistry of the Renaissance and the exuberance of Rococo design. The central floral medallion, framed by an intricate vine-scroll cartouche, is reminiscent of the opulent ceilings of the Palais Garnier and the resplendent interiors of Hôtel de Soubise, where every gilded detail was designed to enchant the senses.

A testament to both artistry and heritage, this antique French Savonnerie rug is more than a textile; it is a portal to the elegance and refinement of 19th-century France. As it graced the floors of an opulent Parisian estate or an aristocratic chateau, it bore silent witness to whispered intrigues, grand soirees, and candlelit reveries. Today, it offers a rare opportunity to bring a touch of historic French luxury into contemporary interiors, a relic of an age when beauty was woven into every thread. 

• Rendered in variegated shades of terra cotta red, tan, rose, beige, golden ochre, pink, and light green with other accent colors.
• Abrash. Desirable Age Wear.
• Hand knotted wool.
• Made in France.
• Hotel Lobby Size Carpet 17 x 21 Rug.
• Measures: 17'00 x 21'00.
• Date: 1880's. Late 19th Century.