probably French, 19th century, wool field of octagonal medallions enclosing floral sprays on azure ground, later backing, 22 ft. 3 in. x 14 ft. 8 in.; together with 18 joined needlepoint panels in same pattern, 22 ft. x 4 ft. 9 in.Note: The invoice states that the rug was purchased in an auction in Paris and the buyer was told it came from a church.ÿ; Provenance: Dildarian, Inc., New York; purchased 1979 for $24,000 (accompanied by original invoice); The Estate of William N. Banks, Jr., Newnan, Georgia ÿlarge rug likely reduced, extensive fading especially on one side and on azure field, tears and losses on one border near corner, overall losses to wool especially to black wool details, remnant of needlepoint with bright color and overall good conditionÿ