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The Verdant Salon: A Vintage Chinese Aubusson Needlepoint of Botanical Elegance
$840
£627.23
€722.48
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About the Item
79490 Vintage Chinese Aubusson Needlepoint Rug, 03'11 x 06'01. This vintage Chinese Aubusson needlepoint rug embodies a refined dialogue between European decorative tradition and the meticulous artistry of Chinese ateliers. Conceived as an ornamental textile rather than a utilitarian floor covering, this extraordinary masterpiece evokes the salons and winter gardens of grand estates—spaces curated for beauty, conversation, and cultivated leisure. Its presence is quiet yet commanding, signaling taste that is inherited rather than acquired.
The exceptional design unfolds across a warm parchment-toned ground, animated by sweeping botanical arrangements that feel both painterly and architectural. Cascading leaves, unfurling fronds, and softly blooming florals are arranged in a balanced, mirrored composition that recalls 18th-century French Aubusson tapestries. Each iconic motif appears gently suspended, creating an elegant rhythm that invites the eye to wander without overwhelming the senses.
Executed in fine needlepoint, the surface achieves remarkable tonal subtlety. Mossy greens, celadon, olive, and muted floral hues melt seamlessly into one another, producing depth and movement with an almost fresco-like softness. The absence of a heavy border enhances the piece’s airy sophistication, allowing the botanical forms to float freely—an intentional restraint prized in aristocratic interiors.
Increasingly scarce and highly collectible, this exquisite work of art is best suited for interiors that value nuance over novelty: a formal sitting room, a private study, or a layered European-inspired space where provenance matters. It is a decorative statement of quiet luxury—chosen not to impress, but to belong among other objects of enduring cultural refinement.
Abrash.
Handcrafted wool.
Made in China.
Measures: 03'11 x 06'01.
Pile Height: 0.15 of an inch.
Date: 1980's. Late 20th Century.
- Dimensions:Width: 47 in (119.38 cm)Length: 73 in (185.42 cm)
- Style:Romantic (In the Style Of)
- Materials and Techniques:Wool,Hand-Knotted
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1980-1989
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Abrash.
- Seller Location:Dallas, TX
- Reference Number:Seller: 79490 Vintage Chinese Aubusson Needlepoint Rug, 03 11 x 06 011stDibs: LU942948435832
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