Vintage Deco French Rug 1924

Arts and Crafts Rug, France, circa 1900 - Although the medallion or cartouche format of this elegant vintage French Arts and Crafts carpet is still very much in the Savonnerie tradition, the stylized floral detail and quatrefoil medallions are of medieval inspiration, identifying the piece as an example of the eclectic Arts and Crafts Movement. The subdued palette of soft purple, tans, and sandy gold accentuate the reserved elegance of the overall composition.