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French Style Area Rugs

French style area rugs have a long tradition. Classic French rugs have graced the most formal spaces including Versailles, as well as adding an elegance to more contemporary homes. You may also be interested in French Country Rugs, a welcome addition in kitchens and less formals spaces.

French Style Area Rugs

France has long been admired as a European seat of exquisite high style, and French Style Rugs are no exception. This style of indoor rug consists of several successive styles overlapping one another. From the most formal styles associated by the reigns of the kings, to the provincial and country styles, wisps of elegance gracefully blend with regal color and textures that help to create refined and beautiful rugs.

Empire Savonnerie Area Rug - 8' Round - Frontgate Savonnerie Sophie Wool Area Rug - 6' Round - Frontgate Savonnerie Abbey Wool Area Rugs - 8' x 10' - Frontgate
Empire Savonnerie Area Rug - Frontgate   Savonnerie Sophie Wool Area Rug - Frontgate   Savonnerie Abbey Wool Area Rugs - Frontgate  
Inspired by prized French Aubusson indoor area rugs of the 19th century. Made of 100% New Zealand wool. Handcrafted with an especially thick, lush pile. Wool area rug is cotton-backed for extra durability. Incredibly easy to care for. The Empire Savonnerie Area Rugs are made by the Safavieh company. Established in 1914 in Isfahan, Safavieh oversees all design and creation of their Oriental rugs, ensuring each one is elegant and durable You'll find craftsmanship fit for royalty in our Savonnerie Sophie Wool Area Rug. The artist-designed patterns that are hand-carved into the dense weave evoke floral arrangements and architectural motifs From Safavieh, this Savonnerie Abbey Wool Area Rug is similar to 18th-century French Savonnerie carpets, once woven for royalty. These same patterns and styles echo through this lush, hand-tufted wool rug that bursts forth in a flamboyant pattern

 

Lourdet Hand-Tufted Area Rug - Brown/Ivory, 6' Round - Frontgate Levant Hand-Tufted Area Rug - 6' Round - Frontgate Empire Cameo Wool Area Rug - Black, 4' x 6' - Frontgate
Lourdet Hand-Tufted Area Rug - Frontgate   Levant Hand-Tufted Area Rug - Frontgate   Empire Cameo Wool Area Rug - Frontgate  
With its classic floral medallion and elaborate leafy border, our Lourdet Hand-Tufted Area Rug is an elegant adaptation of the prestigious French Savonnerie style. Beautifully crafted with impeccable attention to detail, this densely woven rug adds warmth and Old World sophistication to any room, even high-traffic areas Hand-tufted. Ancient pot-dying coloring technique. Durable, 100% cotton backing. With its classic floral medallion in gorgeous earth tones, our Levant Hand-Tufted Area Rug is an elegant adaptation of the prestigious French Savonnerie style. Beautifully crafted with impeccable attention to detail, this densely woven rug adds warmth and Old World sophistication to any room, even high-traffic areas. From Safavieh, these Empire Cameo Wool Area Rugs are made from pure wool that has been washed to achieve a lustrous sheen. Using time-honored rug tufting tools, weavers create this rug in dramatic styles that echo 19th-century European patterns

 

Black Wallace Wool Area Rug - 2' x 3' - Frontgate French Floral Wool-and-Silk Rug - 5' x 8' - Frontgate French Design Floral Area Rug - 2'3" x 12' Runner - Frontgate
Black Wallace Wool Area Rug - Frontgate   French Floral Wool-and-Silk Rug - Frontgate   French Design Floral Area Rug - Frontgate  
Black Wallace Wool Area Rug is hand-tufted of thick New Zealand wool with a durable cotton backing to ensure luxurious density. Deeply carved from a gold and black pile, this luxury area rug features a richly woven center medallion for grand indoor decor Made from 100% New Zealand wool and silk. Handcrafted with an especially thick, lush pile. Incredibly easy to care for. Cotton-backed for extra durability. The French Floral Wool Area Rug instantly invigorates any room. Crafted by Safavieh, the creamy beige background is accented with majestic blooms that remain vibrant over time Indoor area rug is handcrafted with a non-skid cotton-backing to ensure durability. Wool and silk blend is soft underfoot. Delicate design and subtle coloring of the Oriental rug will complement your master suite's décor. Incredibly easy to care for. learn more about origins of Persian rugs. Our Provenal-inspired French Design Floral Area Rugs provide a delicate touch of grace and elegance from smaller areas to long double-vanity baths

 

Fleur de Lis Wool Area Rug - Sage/Tan, 1'8" x 2'6" - Frontgate Brigitte Wool Area Rugs - 8'9" x 11'9" - Frontgate Burgundy Wallace Monogram Wool Area Rug - A, 6' - Frontgate
Fleur de Lis Wool Area Rug - Frontgate   Brigitte Wool Area Rugs - Frontgate   Burgundy Wallace Monogram Wool Area Rug - Frontgate  
Hand-hooked of the finest wool. Easy care rugs have durable cotton backing. We recommend a rug grip for placement on hardwood or marble floors. learn more about Persian rug origins. With delicate scrollwork and soothing neutral hues, the Fleur de Lis Wool Area Rugs refine and warm any room Brigitte Wool Area Rug is whimsically designed to add unique style to more casual rooms, such as the kitchen or entry. From the Safavieh family, each rug showcases stylish flowers on a black background, plus a unique border that's sure to imbue any room with graceful style Luxurious Burgundy Wallace Monogram Wool Area Rug is hand-tufted of thick New Zealand wool and features a richly woven center medallion for grand indoor decor. This rug also boasts a deeply carved gold and burgundy pile with a durable cotton backing to ensure plush density

 

Ankara Hand-Tufted Area Rug - Brown/Tan, 8' Round - Frontgate Royal Area Rug - 5' x 8' - Frontgate Lorraine Wool Area Rug - 8' Round - Frontgate
Ankara Hand-Tufted Area Rug - Frontgate   Royal Area Rug - Frontgate   Lorraine Wool Area Rug - Frontgate  
Hand-tufted. 100% hand-spun wool. 100% cotton backing. Inspired by the Polonaise carpets woven in Turkey and Eastern Europe in the 19th century, our Ankara Hand-Tufted Area Rug has elaborate detailing that combines Polish and French design. The thick pile, rich texture, and vegetable-dyed colors add warmth and old world sophistication to any room The colorful whorled border and center swirl design of our Royal Area Rug echo elegant French Savonnerie rug patterns that have graced the manors and palaces of long-ago empires. The French-inspired Lorraine Wool Area Rug, from the Safavieh company, works beautifully in most any space. Its elegant, meandering vine pattern was inspired by a centuries-old French floral motif

 

Maulvrier Area Rug - 9' x 12' - Frontgate    
Maulvrier Area Rug - Frontgate    Nourison Area Rug, Versailles Palace VP03 Beige 8' Square  Momeni Area Rug, Maison MA-11 Aqua Blue 5' 3" x 8'
Exquisite reproduction of an archival carpet. Dense weave, together with an ancient pot-dying technique, gives these rugs a rich texture, remarkable color, and old-world sophistication. Inspired by the floral designs of French tapestries, our Maulvrier Area Rug from Safavieh presents a beautiful botanical pattern in full bloom. Crafted with impeccable attention to detail, these densely woven rugs add warmth and old world sophistication to any room, including high traffic areas Step into royalty. Inspired by 18th Century French carpets, this bold area rug mimics the designs once found in the royal courts of Europe. Delicate accents of hand-carving highlight the design for a rare, refined texture. Hand-tufted of extraordinarily dense wool pile Muted aqua-blue colorways provide the base for this beautiful area rug, inspired by the lost arts of 18th and 19th century decor. Hand-tufted of wool, the Maison rug offers exquisite design details and a rich, velvety pile

 

Acadia Wool Area Rug - 9' x 12' - Frontgate  
 Nourison Area Rug, Nourison 2000 2117 LAV 7' 9" x 9' 9"' Acadia Wool Area Rug - 9' x 12' - Frontgate    Surya Area Rug, Bombay BST-448 Moss 9' x 13'
Expand beyond the standard borders of the "room-size rectangle" with the Nourison 2000 area rug collection. Classic in design, of the moment, while still boasting a chic sophistication, this rug features a purple and taupe sunburst pattern containing all the intricacy and calm of a sand mandala. Made of 100% silk and wool pile Acadia Wool Area Rugs provide a mesmerizing view inside a kaleidoscope of intricate patterns and subtle earth tones. A magnificent focal point for your foyer or living room, this elegant handcrafted design from Safavieh is based on early 18th Century French Aubusson rugs A fusion of classic elegance and contemporary design, this vivid piece gives a new look to traditional rug motifs. New Zealand wool is hand-tufted and hand-finished to provide a unique texture and a visual allure that fits today's most fashionable decorating styles

 

     
 Nourison Area Rug, Chateau Provence SB-06 Sage 2' 3" x 8'  Momeni Area Rug, Maison MA-11 Black 8' x 11'  Nourison Area Rug, Versaille Palace VP49 Black/White 8' x 11'
Gorgeous flowers in soft tones of pink, blue and sage-green make this rug a wonderful addition to your home. Inspired by 18th century French designs, the Chateau Provence features a delightfully soft wool construction, highlighted by lustrous silk accents Inspired by intricate details of 18th and 19th century interior decor, this exquisite rug brings luxury to any living room, dining area or hallway. Hand-tufted of wool, the Maison rug offers exquisite design details and a rich, velvety pile Global mystique: inspired by the first 18th-century oriental designs to arrive in Europe, this exquisite rug is steeped in history. Hand-tufted of the finest wool and hand-carved for detail, the sophisticated black and white rug is a pleasure both to the eye and the touch

French Country Rugs

French Country rugs with the ever popular Chanticleer or cheerful sunflowers and tulips for an instant and colorful update.

Checkered Rooster Area Rugs - 2'6" x 5' - Frontgate Rooster Hand-Hooked Wool Area Rug - Creme, 2'6" x 4' - Frontgate Anjou Wool Area Rug - 8' Round - Frontgate
Checkered Rooster Area Rugs - Frontgate   Rooster Hand-Hooked Wool Area Rug - Frontgate   Anjou Wool Area Rug - Frontgate  
Durable cotton backing. Incredibly easy to care for. learn more about origins of Persian rugs. Our Checkered Rooster Area Rugs are constructed of pure virgin wool. These hand-hooked area rugs are sure to win accolades from guests Rooster Hand-Hooked Wool Area Rugs are sure to win accolades from guests. Established in 1914 in Isfahan, the Safavieh company oversees every design aspect, ensuring that each piece is an exceptional investment in the elegance of your home Inspired by a French pear design. Richly colored against a dark black background. Hand-hooked virgin wool construction. This Anjou Wool Area Rug offers a palette of options for adding a designer touch to your kitchen, breakfast room, or dining room floors

 

Rooster in the Countryside Round Rug Vegetable Wool Area Rug - 3' Round - Frontgate Rooster in the Countryside Rug
 Rooster in the Countryside Round Rug Vegetable Wool Area Rug - Frontgate    Rooster in the Countryside Rug
This rug displays a rooster motif accented with flowers. Makes a harmonious addition to any French country inspired room. Features a petit-point embroidery stitch outlined in light blue. 100% wool 100% pure virgin wool, pile. Hand-hooked to a sturdy cotton backing. Wool rugs are extremely durable. Safavieh rugs are easy to care for. Persian rugs are equally at home in formal or casual settings. Crafted by Safavieh, our Vegetable Wool Area Rugs are lively rendition of a popular Early American country design. In this fine handcrafted rug, vibrantly colored fowl are all a-flutter amidst a bounty of ripened vegetables This rug displays a rooster motif accented with flowers. Makes a harmonious addition to any French country inspired room. Features a petit-point embroidery stitch outlined in light blue. 100% wool

 

Aubusson Fruit Area Rug - Blue, 5'6" Round - Frontgate Rooster All-over Wool Area Rugs - Blue, 6' x 9' - Frontgate Rooster with Fruits Round Rug
Aubusson Fruit Area Rug - Frontgate   Rooster All-over Wool Area Rugs - Frontgate    Rooster with Fruits Round Rug
Centered with a medallion of fruit. Incredibly easy to care for. Hand-tufted from 100% pure virgin wool for extraordinary durability and softness. Available in a wealth of sizes and shapes Hand-hooked to a sturdy cotton backing. Wool rugs are extremely durable. 100% pure virgin wool, pile. Safavieh rugs are easy to care for. Persian rugs are equally at home in formal or casual settings. Our Rooster All-over Wool Area Rugs, from Safavieh, features a classic pattern of roosters prancing and pecking on this hooked rug This rug displays a rooster motif accented with fresh fruit and flowers. Makes a harmonious addition to any French country inspired room. Features a 100% wool hand-hooked finish

 

Anjou Pear Wool Area Rug - 2' x 3' - Frontgate Rainier Hand-hooked Area Rug - Beige, 6' Round - Frontgate Claiborne Hand-hooked Easy Care Area Rug - Black, 6' Round - Frontgate
Anjou Pear Wool Area Rug - Frontgate   Rainier Hand-hooked Area Rug - Frontgate   Claiborne Hand-hooked Easy Care Area Rug - Frontgate  
This Anjou Pear Wool Area Rugs are designed to ensure an exceptional investment in luxury floor coverings. These richly colored area rugs add a designer touch to your kitchen, breakfast room, or dining room floors. Rainier Hand-hooked Area Rugs from Safavieh are maintenance-free and impervious to stains or spills. Even wine and grape juice are easily handled, making these indoor rugs ideal for entryways, playrooms, kitchens, and laundry rooms Crafted by noted weaver Safavieh, the Claiborne Hand-hooked Easy Care Area Rug brings ultra durable performance and beauty to your most well-traveled areas. Easy to clean, the rug is ideal for kitchens, entryways, playrooms, and laundry rooms

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