Reversable French Silk Art Deco Rug, Country of Origin: France, Circa Date: 1920 – Two distinct compositions give this reversible French silk Art Deco rug its particular appeal. Dating to circa 1920, it pairs geometric forms with a gentle palette of ochre, cream, rose-pink, muted mauve, and yellow. Its abstract design feels remarkably fresh, featuring broad areas of color and carefully placed rectangular accents.
One side features a substantial ochre field, framed asymmetrically by stepped blocks and narrow bands of contrasting color. Pink, mauve, and cream rectangles gather toward the ends, creating movement without enclosing the composition in a conventional border. This arrangement gives the rug a painterly quality characteristic of Art Deco design.
The opposite side offers a quieter interpretation, with an expansive cream ground accented by small groups of colored rectangles at opposing corners. This contrast between the bold ochre side and the restrained cream side provides two distinct decorative effects. Measuring 3 ft by 5 ft and 9 in, this piece is ideal as an accent beside a bed, in a dressing room, or within a small seating area. Its warm tones pair easily with natural wood, pale upholstery, and furniture with simple architectural lines.
For those drawn to French rugs, this silk example offers an intimate expression of Art Deco design. Its reversible format and thoughtful use of open space make it a distinctive addition to Nazmiyal’s antique rug collection.
