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1890s Antique French Aubusson Carpet Napoleon III Period 10
10" x 15
Pink Rug
$22,500
£17,086.83
€19,629.55
CA$31,719.70
A$33,724.59
CHF 18,237.24
MX$401,164.28
NOK 228,447.35
SEK 208,640.40
DKK 146,639.48
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19th Century French Aubusson Carpet Napoleon III Period
10'10" x 15' - 330 x 457
This 19th-century French Aubusson carpet, dating from the Napoleon III period (circa 1880s), is an exemplary piece of formal European textile art. Aubusson carpets are renowned for their refined elegance and intricate designs, woven as flat-weave tapestries (not piled rugs) for French palaces and aristocratic residences.
The carpet is distinguished by its ivory or light beige field and a delicate palette of soft colors, including pale pink, taupe, and subtle greens. A large, oval central medallion containing a floral bouquet floats majestically on the ground, surrounded by graceful floral sprays and garlands that curl elegantly at the corners. The entire composition is framed by an ornate border with Rococo-inspired scrolling architectural volutes and acanthus motifs, which were popular during the Napoleon III era and often mirrored contemporary furniture designs.
Woven by hand using the traditional tapestry technique, which is more akin to wall tapestries than knotted rugs, this piece has a smooth, low-pile surface. The materials are primarily high-quality wool on a cotton foundation, with natural vegetable dyes used to achieve its soft, time-mellowed hues. This method allowed for the crisp definition and painterly detail that characterizes authentic Aubussons.
This carpet embodies the sophisticated, classical French aesthetic, a crossroad of tradition and 19th-century romanticism. Its light and airy character, with an emphasis on graceful curves and natural forms, brings a sense of refined luxury to any interior. It is an investment-quality art piece that is highly sought after by designers and collectors for its timeless elegance and historical authenticity.
- Dimensions:Width: 130 in (330.2 cm)Length: 180 in (457.2 cm)
- Style:Napoleon III (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:Wool,Hand-Woven
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- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1890
- Condition:Minor fading.
- Seller Location:New York, NY
- Reference Number:Seller: 214721stDibs: LU4926120895972
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