RUNNER FROM RUG SET

Made by: Unknown

Currently in storage

About this object

Savonnerie type rug, general design is narrow red border at edge, inside another border of ovals repeated end to end, and in the center swags and scrolls of leaves and flowers on a mottled ground with some area rugs bearing diamond shaped cartouches with bouquets of flowers and leaves. Originally located in Hillwood's front hall staircase, upper stair runner.

Category:

coverings and hangings

Object name:

RUNNER FROM RUG SET

Made from:

Wool

Made in:

FRANCE

Date made:

20th c.

Detailed information for this item

Catalog number:

42.7.3

Class:

RUG

Signature marks:

Credit line:

Bequest of Marjorie Merriweather Post, 1973