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The Whispered Rose: A Vintage Chinese Aubusson Masterpiece of Timeless Rococo
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79475 Vintage Chinese Aubusson Rug, 11'11 x 15'04.
This handwoven wool vintage Chinese Aubusson rug unfolds like a private salon preserved in silk-lined memory—an atmosphere of hushed conversation, candlelit elegance, and cultivated beauty. Its pale, luminous ground serves as a refined stage for delicate floral garlands and scrolling tendrils, evoking the aristocratic interiors of 18th-century France. The composition feels intentionally restrained, designed not to dominate a room but to elevate it, offering an experience of quiet luxury meant for those who understand nuance rather than spectacle.
The design is defined by softly curling acanthus leaves, airy rose bouquets, and gentle asymmetry that speak directly to Rococo sensibilities. Floral wreaths float across the field with an almost musical rhythm, their movement light and lyrical, free from rigid geometry. Each iconic motif appears thoughtfully placed, creating a sense of effortless refinement—ornament for ornament’s sake, yet executed with a practiced hand that reveals mastery beneath its softness.
A subtle architectural framework grounds the romance, with an elegant border that gently contains the interior garden. This balance hints at the transition toward early Neoclassical order, where decoration became more measured without losing its sensual charm. The palette—creamy ivories, blush pinks, muted greens, and warm honeyed tones—feels timeless and cultivated, recalling antique wall panels, carved boiserie, and painted ceilings in grand European townhouses.
Woven in China with exceptional precision, this exquisite work of art represents the apex of cross-cultural artistry, where French decorative language was reinterpreted through meticulous craftsmanship and a collector’s eye for harmony. It is an extraordinary masterpiece suited for refined interiors—Parisian apartments, English country houses, or modern spaces seeking historical depth—offering not just a floor covering, but an invitation into a world of cultivated taste, discretion, and enduring prestige.
Abrash.
Handwoven wool.
Made in China.
Measures: 11'11 x 15'04.
Pile Height: 0.11 of an inch.
Date: 1960's. Mid-20th Century.
This Chinese Aubusson rug reflects a refined blend of 18th-century French Rococo and early Neoclassical decorative traditions, filtered through later atelier craftsmanship. The softly scrolling acanthus leaves, asymmetrical floral garlands, and delicate rose bouquets are hallmarks of Rococo (Louis XV period), emphasizing elegance, movement, and ornamental beauty over rigid structure. At the same time, the measured symmetry, framed cartouches, and orderly repetition of wreath-like floral medallions point toward Louis XVI Neoclassicism, where decoration became more disciplined and architectural. The overall composition also echoes the formal garden aesthetics of the Enlightenment, with cultivated, idealized nature arranged in balanced harmony. Together, these influences place the rug squarely within the Rococo–to–Neoclassical transition, evoking aristocratic European interiors while showcasing the precision and refinement of Chinese Aubusson weaving traditions.
- Dimensions:Width: 143 in (363.22 cm)Length: 184 in (467.36 cm)
- Style:Aubusson (In the Style Of)
- Materials and Techniques:Wool,Hand-Woven
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1960-1969
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Abrash.
- Seller Location:Dallas, TX
- Reference Number:Seller: 79475 Vintage Chinese Aubusson Rug, 11 11 x 15 041stDibs: LU942948471402
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