8 x 10 Antique Portuguese Needlepoint Arraiolos Rug 77921

77921 Antique Portuguese Needlepoint Arraiolos Rug, 07'10 x 09'10. 

Ornate details and effortless beauty with romantic connotations, this hand-woven wool antique Portuguese Arraiolos rug is poised to impress. This special breed of needlepoint was created using the "Arraiolos Stitch," a long-armed cross-stitch perfected by the needlewomen of Arraiolos, a charming village in southern Portugal. The abrashed beige field features an all-over floral pattern composed of roses, floral sprigs, acanthus leaves, and curling ribbons extending outwards. Characterized by predominate French influence with its ornate florals, the intricate border of garnished foliage enclose this captivating work of art. The embellishments alone are sufficiently captivating, but the use of color is extraordinary. The colors join to create a truly compelling dance, and inaudibly speak with a timeless voice that is characterized by sensual decadence, as well as by stately action. 

• Rendered in variegated shades of beige, khaki, rose, pink, champagne, light pink, green, brown, tan, sand, ecru, red, oyster gray, cerulean, taupe, burgundy, and mauve with other accent colors. 
• Abrash. 
• Hand-woven wool. Needlepoint. 
• Made in Portugal. 
• Measures: 07'10 x 09'10.