3'11''x5'11'' Black French Needlepoint Traditional Floral Hand Woven Wool Oriental Area Rug

This 3'11''x5'11'' hand woven wool French needlepoint rug features a dramatic black field framed by a sage border, constructed with a flat 0.10" cut pile on a cotton foundation. An elegant vertical arrangement of vines and roses in coral, lavender, lime, and muted greens rises gracefully across the surface. The dark background sharpens every curve and petal, adding visual depth and contrast. Ideal as a hallway rug, entry rug, or layered accent, this piece combines strong traditional European styling with the bold black-ground aesthetic currently trending in U.S. interior design.

• Exact Size: 3'11"x5'11"
• Weave: Hand Woven Rug
• Yarn: Wool
• Color: Black, Sage, Lavender, Brown, Coral, Lime, Multi
• Origin: China
• Pile Height: 0.1 inch
• Condition: New
• Condition Description: New With Tags
• Rug#: LBR20354

Story Behind the Art: Developed in 17th–18th century France, French needlepoint rugs reflect the artistry of Aubusson and Savonnerie ateliers. Floral medallions, scrolls, ribbons, and garlands dominate their compositions, all executed through petit and gros point stitching techniques. Originally commissioned for royal residences and aristocratic estates, these rugs exemplified classical European decorative traditions and pastel color harmonies. With globalization in the late 20th century, Chinese artisans became key producers of French-style needlepoint rugs, maintaining wool-on-canvas construction and hand-stitched detailing. The result is a continued legacy of antique-inspired elegance accessible to modern luxury home décor buyers.