The Sporting Estate Antique Belgian Hunting Scene Rug — Red-Orange & Teal

Rich in color and sporting tradition, The Sporting Estate Antique Belgian Hunting Scene Rug is a distinctive 1940s wool carpet inspired by the elaborate narrative compositions of historic Persian hunting rugs.

Power-loomed in Belgium, the rug depicts a detailed hunting scene across a warm red-orange field, accented with tan and unexpected touches of teal. Equestrian figures, animals, and ornamental motifs give the design its storytelling quality, while the aged palette lends it the depth and character that only a vintage textile can bring to a room.

Dating to the 1940s, this is an especially compelling piece for interiors intended to feel collected rather than newly decorated. The wool construction provides warmth and texture underfoot, while the intricate sporting imagery allows the rug to function almost as artwork for the floor.

At 4'7" × 6'5", it is beautifully scaled for an intimate library seating area, beneath a writing desk, in front of a fireplace, alongside a bed, or as the defining textile in a smaller sitting room.

Within The Heritage Stable House and Sporting Estate, its red-orange ground would be particularly handsome against saddle and cognac leather, dark oak, forest green, aged brass, tobacco-colored textiles, and antique equestrian artwork. The subtle teal notes provide just enough contrast to keep the traditional palette feeling layered and distinctive.

This is the sort of piece around which an entire room can be built—a genuine vintage rug with history, warmth, and unmistakable sporting character.

Details

• Antique Belgian hunting-scene area rug

• Persian-inspired equestrian and sporting design

• Dating to the 1940s

• Power-loomed construction

• Crafted from wool

• Origin: Belgium

• Colors: Red-Orange, Tan & Teal

• Size: 4'7" × 6'5"

• Pile Height: 1/3"

• Collection: Persian Hunting Scene

• SKU: 2402L172

• Rug No.: SMITH3252-EV-R

Condition

Presented in very good vintage condition and recently cleaned. According to the supplier, the rug is free from stains, odors, discoloration, tears, and other notable condition issues and is ready to be placed and enjoyed.

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