HOT ! Black 7\'8\'\'x9\'8\" Aubusson Needlepoint Traditional Floral Asmara European Hand Woven Wool Oriental Area Rug

This French-style needlepoint rug by Asmara is handwoven in China with a flat 0.1\" pile. The center is richly patterned in black and rose, filled with scrolls, lattice patterns, and florals. A border of ivory medallions and floral bouquets in pink, green, and plum sits on a rose background. The colors and design give this rug a luxurious vintage look. It’s perfect for formal sitting rooms, traditional spaces, or vintage-inspired homes.

• Exact Size: 7\'8\"x9\'8\"


• Weave: Hand Woven Rug


• Yarn: Wool


• Color: Black, Rose, Ivory, Green, Pink, Blue, Plum, Multi,


• Origin: China


• Pile Height: 0.1 inch


• Condition: New


• Condition Description: New With Tags


• Rug#: AOR19702

French needlepoint rugs trace their roots to 17th and 18th-century France, where they were meticulously crafted in the workshops of Aubusson and Savonnerie for use in royal and aristocratic settings. These rugs featured delicate floral medallions, scrollwork, garlands, and other decorative elements inspired by classical European art. Artisans used the petit point and gros point techniques—types of fine needlework stitched onto canvas—to achieve their signature look. Originally intended for palaces and salons, these rugs symbolized luxury and artistic refinement. In the late 20th century, Chinese artisans, drawing on their long-standing traditions of embroidery and textile craftsmanship, began producing French-style needlepoint rugs. They replicated classic designs using hand-stitched or handwoven methods, often working with wool on cotton canvas. These modern versions preserve the antique charm of the originals while offering them at more accessible prices for global collectors and interior designers.