Antique Portuguese Arraiolos Needlepoint Rug - 07'10 X 09'10

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77921 Antique Portuguese Needlepoint Arraiolos Rug, 07'10 x 09'10.

A Romantic Rosarium: Antique Portuguese Arraiolos Masterpiece of Rare Elegance

Ornate, … Read more 77921 Antique Portuguese Needlepoint Arraiolos Rug, 07'10 x 09'10.

A Romantic Rosarium: Antique Portuguese Arraiolos Masterpiece of Rare Elegance

Ornate, poetic, and effortlessly refined, this hand-woven wool antique Portuguese Arraiolos rug embodies the quiet luxury of Old World needlework traditions. Created using the celebrated Arraiolos stitch—a long-armed cross-stitch perfected by generations of skilled needlewomen—this extraordinary masterpiece reflects a rare confluence of patience, artistry, and cultural pride. Its presence feels intimate yet elevated, offering collectors a work that speaks softly of romance, heritage, and cultivated taste.

Set upon a gently abrashed beige ground, an allover floral composition unfolds with lyrical grace. Roses bloom in full flourish, their petals symbolizing love and devotion, while delicate floral sprigs and curling ribbons drift across the field like a whispered melody. Acanthus leaves—emblems of enduring beauty and classical refinement—anchor the composition, lending structure and historical gravitas to the otherwise airy design. Subtle tonal variations reveal the hand of the maker, imbuing the surface with warmth and authenticity.

Encircling the field, an intricately ornamented border of garnished foliage frames the composition with elegant restraint. The border’s lush florals and scrolling leaves reveal a pronounced French influence, recalling the refined aesthetics of 18th- and 19th-century European decorative arts. This harmonious enclosure elevates the rug’s romantic narrative, creating a sense of balance between exuberant floral expression and disciplined classical form.

More than a decorative textile, this Arraiolos rug is a cultivated heirloom—an invitation into a world of slow craft and enduring beauty. Ideal for refined interiors, romantic salons, or thoughtfully layered traditional spaces, it lends an atmosphere of grace, softness, and quiet distinction. Rare, soulful, and unmistakably elegant, this exquisite work of art stands as a testament to Portugal’s needlework legacy and to the timeless allure of hand-crafted luxury.

Rendered in variegated shades of beige, khaki, rose, pink, champagne, light pink, green, brown, tan, sand, ecru, red, oyster gray, cerulean, taupe, burgundy, and mauve with other accent colors.
Abrash.
Hand-woven wool. Needlepoint.
Made in Portugal.
Measures: 07'10 x 09'10.
Date: 1910's. Early 20th Century. See less