Elegant and timeless, this 8'10''x12'2'' hand-knotted French Aubusson Savonnerie rug is a masterful expression of European artistry and luxury craftsmanship. Handwoven from fine wool on a durable cotton foundation, it features an Asmara-inspired loop-and-cut pile that produces a beautifully embossed texture, enhancing the intricacy and depth of its classical motifs. The 0.1-inch low pile height creates a smooth, refined surface ideal for formal living rooms, dining areas, and grand foyers, where beauty and durability meet in perfect balance. A warm palette of brown, tan, sage, and gold provides the backdrop for elegant floral medallions, scrolling vines, and ornamental borders that echo the grandeur of 18th-century French Savonnerie design. Each element is meticulously proportioned, harmonizing color, structure, and texture to achieve a timeless sense of symmetry and sophistication. The subtle luster of the wool accentuates raised details, lending the rug a sculpted elegance that enhances any traditional or transitional interior. Designed to endure for generations, this Aubusson Savonnerie wool rug embodies heritage, refinement, and understated opulence, making it an exquisite centerpiece for spaces that value classic European luxury and enduring craftsmanship.

Story Behind the Art: Originating in 17th-18th century France, French needlepoint rugs were masterfully crafted in the prestigious Aubusson and Savonnerie workshops, created to adorn the grand interiors of royal palaces, châteaux, and aristocratic estates. Defined by their graceful floral medallions, ornate scrollwork, and pastel color palettes, these rugs reflected the refinement and romanticism of classical European art and design. Each rug was hand-stitched onto canvas using the petit and gros point embroidery techniques, resulting in intricate detailing and a smooth, tapestry-like surface. The precision and artistry of these methods made every piece a testament to French craftsmanship and aesthetic harmony. By the late 20th century, skilled Chinese artisans revitalized this tradition, faithfully reproducing Aubusson and Savonnerie motifs using fine wool on durable cotton canvas. Blending historic authenticity with modern accessibility, these hand-stitched and handwoven creations preserve the elegance, symmetry, and charm of antique French originals—making them timeless treasures for contemporary interiors.