{"product_id":"fadedmint-handknotted-frenchaubussonsavonnerie-wool-oriental-area-rug-cl20450","title":"Celeste Rugs 3'6''x11'11'' Faded Mint Aqua French Aubusson Savonnerie Traditional Medallion Plush Pile Vintage Runner Hand Knotted Wool Oriental Area Rug","description":"Exceptional in both format and preservation, this vintage French Aubusson Savonnerie runner delivers the elegance of classic European weaving across an elongated scale rarely seen, making it highly desirable for U.S. buyers searching “luxury runner rugs” and “French vintage rugs.” The field features a softly faded mint ground, largely open in keeping with traditional Savonnerie design, drawing attention to a central floral medallion in ivory, blush, and aqua. The medallion’s lobed cartouche form is filled with detailed roses and foliage, positioned with quiet precision at the center. Above and below, paired bird motifs introduce a subtle narrative element, enhancing the decorative richness without overwhelming the composition. Along both sides, a continuous floral vine border unfolds in blush, aqua, and sage against a warm gold ground, maintaining consistent rhythm and delicacy across the full length. The wool pile carries a soft, aged patina, blending the colors into a harmonious, watercolor-like surface. In excellent vintage condition, this runner offers both rarity and refined elegance for hallways or formal interiors.\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExact Size: 3'6\"x11'11\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeave: Hand Knotted Rug\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYarn: Wool\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColor: Faded Mint, Aqua, Blush, Taupe, Gold, Pastel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin: India\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePile Height: 1 inch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCondition: Pre-Owned \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCondition Description: Plush Pile Vintage in mint condition\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRug#: CL20450\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\t\t\t\u003cp\u003eStory Behind the Art: French needlepoint rugs trace their roots to 17th–18th century France, where celebrated workshops like Aubusson and Savonnerie created refined floor coverings for royal and aristocratic homes. Built around classical European design traditions, these pieces featured graceful floral medallions, scrolling vines, garlands, and soft pastel tones—details that echoed the elegance of palace salons and château interiors. Artisans brought these patterns to life by hand on canvas using petit point and gros point stitching, producing incredibly crisp, tapestry-like imagery with a famously polished finish.\n\nIn the late 20th century, production expanded globally as China emerged as a leading maker of French-inspired needlepoint rugs. Drawing on long-standing weaving and embroidery expertise, skilled artisans began recreating the Aubusson and Savonnerie look for a wider market. Often crafted with wool stitched onto cotton canvas (or woven to mimic the same effect), these rugs preserve the charm and sophistication of antique French originals—while offering a more accessible way to bring that classic European aesthetic into modern homes.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Celeste Rugs","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51000646205755,"sku":"CL20450","price":499.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0912\/2086\/9435\/files\/A20450.jpg?v=1772182582","url":"https:\/\/celesterugs.com\/products\/fadedmint-handknotted-frenchaubussonsavonnerie-wool-oriental-area-rug-cl20450","provider":"Celeste Rugs","version":"1.0","type":"link"}