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Late 19th Century French Aubusson Tapestry Inspired by Francois Boucher

$12,495per item
£9,530.78per item
€10,876.48per item
CA$17,571.24per item
A$19,284.86per item
CHF 10,134.48per item
MX$229,485.92per item
NOK 129,548.72per item
SEK 118,381.90per item
DKK 81,258.14per item
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77257 Late 19th Century Antique French Aubusson Tapestry, 06'08 x 07'01. Woven with the soul of a bygone aristocracy, this handwoven antique French Aubusson tapestry is a singular treasure of cultivated legacy—an ultra-rare, one-of-a-kind heirloom reserved for the world’s most discerning collectors. A poetic homage to the romantic brushwork of François Boucher, this museum-caliber masterpiece conjures the very essence of 18th-century French elegance. In its pastoral composition, a pair of lovers lounge beside a crystalline stream beneath the dappled shade of ancient trees, their repose a meditation on cultivated leisure. The lake shimmers like liquid gold, wild roses bloom with painterly poise, and the atmosphere is hushed with the luxury of time slowed to perfection. This is not just a scene—it is a bespoke moment of elite escape, designed for connoisseurs who collect not for ornament, but for legacy. Framed by an opulent acanthus border, adorned with scrolling rinceaux, classical foliage, and regal pink ribbon motifs, this tapestry elevates its surroundings into a realm of editorial-level sophistication. The softly structured palette—soft blushes, celestial blue, antique gold, and romantic celadon—was selected not for spectacle, but for refined harmony, curated for interiors that whisper wealth through taste. This is the language of visionary curators and legacy investors, those who favor authentic luxury and archival value over trend-driven ornamentation. Each woven flourish echoes the sensibility of a haute couture atelier, where every detail is rendered with elite craftsmanship and ancestral memory. As golden light falls across its woven surface, the whimsical tapestry reveals its multi-layered brilliance—not painted, but breathed into life through the interlacing of wool, silk, and spirit. Its textures move with the grace of an oil painting, yet speak in the tactile language of textile connoisseurship. What unfolds is not merely a decorative story, but a narrative of permanence, of values carried forward through centuries. This is slow luxury at its most intimate—an ode to artistry, emotion, and rarity, wrapped in the heritage of France’s most treasured weaving tradition. To own this precious Aubusson is to enter a lineage of cultural guardianship—to acquire not just an object, but a voice in the dialogue between art and memory. It is a bespoke investment in distinction, one that graces Parisian salons, Hamptons retreats, and historic estates alike. This is not décor; it is a sacred inheritance, a quietly commanding artifact of identity, provenance, and purpose. In a world chasing the fleeting, this magnificent work of art is the ultimate statement of enduring elegance, a symbol of values that cannot be rushed or replicated—the new standard for meaningful luxury. Abrash. Desirable Age Wear. Handwoven wool. Made in France. Measures: 06'08 x 07'01. Date: 1890’s. Late 19th Century.
  • Similar to:
    François Boucher (Painter)
  • Dimensions:
    Width: 80 in (203.2 cm)Length: 85 in (215.9 cm)
  • Style:
    Aubusson (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Wool,Hand-Woven
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1890-1899
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Abrash. Desirable Age Wear.
  • Seller Location:
    Dallas, TX
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 77257 Antique French Aubusson Tapestry, 06 08 x 07 011stDibs: LU942914805221

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