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Aubusson Western European Rugs

AUBUSSON STYLE

Although the production of authentic Aubusson textiles and other furniture is based in Aubusson, France, and at just a handful of small weaving workshops in nearby Felletin, the exceptionally detailed tapestries are renowned throughout the world as wall hangings, carpets and upholstery for a range of seating including sofas and armchairs.

Aubusson’s centuries-old tapestry production industry was inscribed on the Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity in 2009 by UNESCO, affirming its importance in European decorative arts. The complex and labor-intensive process of weaving images involves hand-dyed wool to achieve specific hues, giving landscapes, scenes and floral patterns a distinctive realism.

Dating back at least to the 16th century, the Aubusson style has changed over time, with early work influenced by Turkish rugs that were popular with the European elite before the rise of the Italian Renaissance with its natural motifs. In 1665, the Aubusson workshops received the Manufacture Royale title, raising their visibility in France and beyond during the 17th century, with many authentic Aubusson tapestries produced for royal palaces and other prominent residences.

In the 18th century, the design of Aubusson textiles reflected the fad for chinoiserie. During the Arts and Crafts movement of the late 19th century, artisans from Aubusson were involved with the Old Windsor Tapestry Manufactory in England. In the 20th century, now-iconic artists such as Alexander Calder and Joan Miró worked with Aubusson weavers on pieces.

The Cité Internationale de la Tapisserie complex, which features a museum, opened in 2016 in Aubusson to recognize and preserve this heritage.

Find a collection of authentic Aubusson rugs and carpets, pillows, wall decorations and other furniture on 1stDibs.

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Style: Aubusson
Antique English Needlepoint Rug
Located in New York, NY
An English needlepoint carpet from the turn of the 20th century. A rosette wreath medallion serves as the focal point around an all-over field with sparse floral patterns and gracefu...
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Early 20th Century English Aubusson Western European Rugs

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Wool

Blush Pink Aubusson Rug Traditional Carpet Handwoven Wool Needlepoint Floral
Located in Wembley, GB
This fantastic area rug has been handwoven with a beautiful symmetrical floral design woven on an ivory blue background with cream green and ivory accents. This elegant piece's colou...
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1990s French Aubusson Western European Rugs

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Wool, Cotton, Organic Material

17th Century Traditional French Aubusson Style Flat-Weave Rug
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Handwoven recreation of the Classic French flat-weave Aubusson rugs that have been found in the finest homes and palaces since the late 17th century. Size 5' 11” x 9' 4”.
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17th Century Chinese Antique Aubusson Western European Rugs

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Wool

Antique French Aubusson Carpet, circa 1900s
Located in New York, NY
Fit for a Rothschild, this large antique French tapestry-woven carpet shows a large, layered oval medallion with an ivory central panel enclosing a detailed rose bouquet., all on a s...
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Early 1900s French Antique Aubusson Western European Rugs

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Wool

Antique French Aubusson Rug/Runner
Located in New York, NY
Antique French Aubusson rug/runner France, circa 1870 Handwoven.
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Late 19th Century French Antique Aubusson Western European Rugs

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Wool

Early 20th Century French Aubusson Carpet ( 6 x 8 3" - 183 x 251 )
Located in New York, NY
Early 20th Century French Aubusson Carpet ( 6' x 8'3" - 183 x 251 )
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1920s French Vintage Aubusson Western European Rugs

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Wool

17th Century Traditional French Aubusson Style Flat-Weave Rug
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Handwoven recreation of the Classic French flat-weave Aubusson rugs that have been found in the finest homes and palaces since the late 17th century. Size: 9' 10'' x 10' 3”.
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17th Century Chinese Antique Aubusson Western European Rugs

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Wool

Rococo Aubusson Rug Beige Pink Handwoven Carpet Wool Livingroom Rug Home Decor
Located in Wembley, GB
This fantastic area rug has been handwoven by Aubusson with a beautiful symmetrical floral design woven on a beige-pink background with accents of coffee, burgundy, and ivory. This e...
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1990s French Aubusson Western European Rugs

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Wool, Organic Material, Cotton

Early 20th Century French Aubusson Carpet ( 13 6 x 22 6 - 412 x 686 cm)
Located in New York, NY
Early 20th Century French Aubusson Carpet ( 13' 6'' x 22' 6'' - 412 x 686 cm)
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Early 1900s French Antique Aubusson Western European Rugs

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Wool

Rug Kilim s 18th Century Aubusson Style Kilim Beige Brown Medallion Style Rug
Located in Long Island City, NY
Handmade with flat-woven wool, this contemporary Kilim rug from the European collection by Rug & Kilim draws inspiration from traditional 18th century Aubusson rug...
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1990s Chinese Aubusson Western European Rugs

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Wool

Beautiful antique french handwoven Aubusson tapestry « thousand flowers »
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Discover the timeless elegance of this early 20th-century French Aubusson tapestry featuring a captivating design inspired by the 15th-century museum tapestry « Mille Fleurs » This ...
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Mid-20th Century French Aubusson Western European Rugs

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Wool, Cotton, Silk

Antique French Aubusson Geometric Wool Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Antique French Aubusson Geometric Wool Doris Leslie Blau Size: 10'7" × 14'7" (322 × 444 cm) This striking 1920s French Aubusson rug is a rare geometric departure from the style’s typ...
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Early 20th Century French Aubusson Western European Rugs

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Wool

Handmade Carpet Vintage Aubusson Rug 1980 French- Red and Beige Wool Rugs
Located in Wembley, GB
Light up your interior floors with this handmade carpet high-quality Vintage Aubusson rug, with a central medallion design- hand-woven in 1980 with hand-spun, vegetable-dyed wool and...
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1990s French Aubusson Western European Rugs

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Fabric, Wool, Cotton, Organic Material

19th Century French Aubusson Tapestry, Finely Woven, Nude Woman, Soft Colors
Located in Port Washington, NY
Never to be seen again! A splendid example of a finely woven antique Aubusson tapestry, this particular piece illustrates the exquisiteness of one of the most fabulous tapestries we ...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Aubusson Western European Rugs

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Wool

Gold Aubusson Rug Exclusive Area Rug Handwoven Wool Needlepoint for Home Decor
Located in Wembley, GB
This fantastic area rug has been handwoven with a beautiful, symmetrical floral design woven on an ivory gold background with cream, green, red and ivory accents. This elegant piece'...
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1990s Chinese Aubusson Western European Rugs

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Wool, Cotton, Organic Material

Early 20th Century Spanish Savonnerie Carpet ( 11 2" x 13 8" - 340 x 417 )
Located in New York, NY
Early 20th Century Spanish Savonnerie Carpet ( 11'2" x 13'8" - 340 x 417 )
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1920s Spanish Vintage Aubusson Western European Rugs

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Wool

Beautiful mid century french handwoven Aubusson tapestry « greenery with bird »
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Discover the timeless elegance of this early 20th-century French Aubusson tapestry featuring a captivating design of a bird in the garden. This tapestry depicts a pastoral landscape ...
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Mid-20th Century French Aubusson Western European Rugs

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Wool, Cotton, Silk

Beautiful Large Decorative Napoleon III Period Style Antique French Aubusson Rug
Located in New York, NY
19th Century French Napoleon III Period Aubusson Carpet 15'6" x 22' - 472 x 671 This exuberant antique French c.1870 rug has a wide ivory border with floral corner ovals and giant...
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1870s French Antique Aubusson Western European Rugs

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Wool

Late 20th Century Aubusson Carpet ( 14 3 x 19 - 435 x 580 cm )
Located in New York, NY
Late 20th Century Aubusson Carpet ( 14' 3'' x 19' - 435 x 580 cm )
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1980s Chinese Vintage Aubusson Western European Rugs

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Wool

Exceptional Ivory Color Special Floral Pattern Antique European Aubosson Rug
Located in New York, NY
Antique European Aubosson rug, size: 3'6" x 5'10".
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1920s French Vintage Aubusson Western European Rugs

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Wool

17th Century Traditional French Aubusson Style Flat-Weave Rug
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Handwoven Recreation of the classic French flat-weave Aubusson rugs that have been found in the finest homes and palaces since the late 17th century.
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17th Century Chinese Antique Aubusson Western European Rugs

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Wool

17th Century Traditional French Aubusson Style Flat-Weave Rug
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Handwoven recreation of the Classic French flat-weave Aubusson rugs that have been found in the finest homes and palaces since the late 17th century. Size: 5' 1'' x 7' 4''.
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17th Century Chinese Antique Aubusson Western European Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Aubusson Style Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Little vintage Aubusson style embroidered rug with floral design and nice colors, wool.
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Aubusson Western European Rugs

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Wool

Late 19th Century French Savonnerie Carpet ( 10 6 x 18 6 - 320 x 565 )
Located in New York, NY
Late 19th Century French Savonnerie Carpet ( 10'6'' x 18'6'' - 320 x 565 )
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Early 1900s Austrian Antique Aubusson Western European Rugs

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Wool

Antique English Needlepoint with Aubusson Design and Floral Central Medallion
Located in Atlanta, GA
Antique English Needlepoint with Floral Design and Central Floral Medallion. Rug/I-0201, French Aubusson, Needlepoint Aubusson. This colorful ...
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Early 20th Century English Aubusson Western European Rugs

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Wool

Nice handwoven French Aubusson Style Tapestry “Berger Galant”
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
"Exquisite fine handwoven Aubusson style tapestry from the early 21th century, featuring a design reminiscent of François Boucher's paintings. Titled 'Le Berger Galant,' this captiva...
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Early 2000s Asian Aubusson Western European Rugs

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Wool, Silk

Beautiful New Floral Design Bessarabian Style Flat Kilim Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Nice new Kilim with beautiful floral design Aubusson style with beautiful colors, entirely handwoven with wool on cotton foundation. Size: 170 x 240 cm.
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2010s Indian Aubusson Western European Rugs

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Wool

17th Century Traditional French Aubusson Style Flat-Weave Rug
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Handwoven Recreation of the Classic French flat-weave Aubusson rugs that have been found in the finest homes and palaces since the late 17th century. Size 8' 10'' x 12' 3''.
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17th Century Chinese Antique Aubusson Western European Rugs

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Wool

Antique French Aubusson Rug. Size: 16 ft x 26 ft 4 in
Located in New York, NY
Gorgeous Oversized Antique French Aubusson Rug, country of origin / rug type: French rug, Circa date: Mid 19th Century. Size: 16 ft x 26 ft 4 in (4.88 m x 8.03 m)
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Aubusson Western European Rugs

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Wool

17th Century Traditional French Aubusson Style Flat-Weave Rug
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Handwoven Recreation of the classic French flat-weave Aubusson rugs that have been found in the finest homes and palaces since the late 17th century. Size 9' 1" x 12'.
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17th Century Chinese Antique Aubusson Western European Rugs

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Wool

Late 19th Century French Aubusson Rustic Tapestry
Located in New York, NY
A French Aubusson rustic tapestry from the late 19th century, 'Le Jeu de Colin-Maillard', ('The Blind Man’s Buff') after a cartoon by Jean-Baptiste Hue...
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Late 19th Century European Antique Aubusson Western European Rugs

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Wool

Doris Leslie Blau Antique French Aubusson Rug
Located in New York, NY
Antique French Aubusson Rug Size: 6'3" × 9'3" (190 × 281 cm) This exquisite French Aubusson rug from the early 20th century is a beautiful example of the elegance and refinement asso...
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Early 20th Century French Aubusson Western European Rugs

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Wool

Pretty French Aubusson style hand screen printed Tapestry “ hunters rest stop »
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Wonderful French Aubusson style screen printed by hand tapestry with nice design of hunters at town and beautiful colors, screen printed by hand in art edition of Rambouillet, manufa...
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Mid-20th Century French Aubusson Western European Rugs

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Wool, Cotton

Antique French Aubusson Rug. Size: 17 ft x 18 ft 5 in
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful Large Square Size Antique French Aubusson Rug, Country of Origin: France, Circa Date: Mid 19th Century. Size: 17 ft x 18 ft 5 in (5.18 m x 5.61 m) This magnificent antique french Aubusson carpet stands out as an exquisite piece for the collector of mid 19th century antiquities. The first thing that stands out is its striking use of color with bright reds and ivories against a dark background. This is only one of the many features that stands out about this impressive piece. This impressive antique French carpet was produced by the carpet works of Aubusson, France using traditional techniques that allowed them to produce antique carpets that were some of the finest in the world. The carpet features a garden lattice...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Aubusson Western European Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Aubusson Beljen Mills Wall Hanging, 03 09 x 05 09
Located in Dallas, TX
78682 Vintage Aubusson Beljen Mills Wall Hanging, 03'09 x 05'09. Handloomed Savonnerie style tapestries are intricately woven textiles inspired by the opulent Savonnerie carpets of 1...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Aubusson Western European Rugs

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Wool, Cotton

Antique French Aubusson Tapestry Fragment, circa 1880s
Located in New York, NY
This slightly trapezoidal section of an antique French tapestry-woven carpet displays a broad ecru section with rose, carnation and sprays of other floral decor. Beige plain side are...
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1880s French Antique Aubusson Western European Rugs

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Wool

Vintage René Fumeron Pictorial Tapestry “Calypso” Rug Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
This 4x6 vintage Aubusson tapestry is a rare and special new curation from Rug & Kilim—a signed mid-century original by French artist René Fumneron, entitled “Calypso”, handwoven in...
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1960s French Vintage Aubusson Western European Rugs

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Wool

Beautiful French Aubusson style Jacquard Tapestry « return from hunting »
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
"Discover an exquisite vintage French Aubusson-style tapestry featuring a legendary Return from hunting tapestry, Late 16th century. The Renaissance revolutionized the art of tapest...
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Late 20th Century French Aubusson Western European Rugs

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Wool, Cotton

Oversized Antique Aubusson Rug in Brown and Cream with Medallions
Located in Long Island City, NY
This 15x19 antique Aubusson rug is an exciting new addition to our European rug collection—a masterpiece of the French Neoclassical flatweave style, handwoven in wool and believed to...
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1870s French Antique Aubusson Western European Rugs

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Wool

17th Century Traditional French Aubusson Style Flat-Weave Rug
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Handwoven Recreation of the Classic French flat-weave Aubusson rugs that have been found in the finest homes and palaces since the late 17th century. Size: 11' 1'' x 16' 3''.
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17th Century Chinese Antique Aubusson Western European Rugs

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Wool

Doris Leslie Blau Oversized Antique French Aubusson Rug
Located in New York, NY
Oversized Antique French Aubusson Rug Size: 17'1" × 18'6" (520 × 563 cm) This magnificent French Aubusson rug, woven circa 1920, is a tour de force of color, craftsmanship, and class...
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Early 20th Century French Aubusson Western European Rugs

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Wool

Nice Midcentury France Aubusson Style Jacquard Halluin Tapestry «bird’s offering
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Exceptional mid-20th-century French tapestry woven on Jacquard looms in Halluin stitch with wool and cotton. Inspired by François Boucher, it depicts a gentleman presenting a bird to...
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Mid-20th Century French Aubusson Western European Rugs

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Wool, Cotton

Nice vintage French Aubusson Style Jacquard Tapestry « Gallant meeting »
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
"Exquisite French tapestry from the mid-20th century, featuring a beautiful design titled « Rendez-vous galant » ( Gallant meeting ) and nice colours, woven at renowned workshops in jacquard loom by wool acrylic and cotton. » This motif, which was created based on designs by Maurice Jacques...
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Mid-20th Century French Aubusson Western European Rugs

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Wool, Cotton, Acrylic

French Aubusson Rug by Stéphane Boudin of Jansen
By Stéphane Boudin
Located in New York, NY
French Aubusson rug by Stéphane Boudin of Jansen France circa 1950 A light celadon field with a silver metallic thread ribbon trellis overall within ...
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Mid-20th Century French Aubusson Western European Rugs

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Wool

Antique Pile French Aubusson Rug
Located in New York, NY
Antique Pile Aubusson rug France, circa 1746-1762 Provenance: William & Babe Paley. handwoven
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Mid-18th Century French Antique Aubusson Western European Rugs

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Wool

Exquisite 19th Century French Aubusson Rug Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Exquisite 19th Century French Aubusson Rug Doris Leslie Blau Size: 7'7" × 10'3" (231 × 312 cm) This magnificent French Aubusson rug, dating back to circa 1880, is a masterful represe...
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Early 20th Century French Aubusson Western European Rugs

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Wool

Late 19th-Century Antique French Aubusson Tapestry Inspired by Francois Boucher
Located in Dallas, TX
73625 Late 19th-Century Antique French Aubusson Tapestry, 07'06 x 09'00. An opportunity reserved for the most discerning collectors, this one-of-a-kind, handwoven French Rococo Aubus...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Aubusson Western European Rugs

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Wool, Silk

17th Century Traditional French Aubusson Style Flat-Weave Rug
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Handwoven recreation of the Classic French flat-weave Aubusson rugs that have been found in the finest homes and palaces since the late 17th century. Size 6' 7” x 6' 6”.
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17th Century Chinese Antique Aubusson Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool

17th Century Traditional French Aubusson Style Flat-Weave Rug
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Handwoven recreation of the Classic French flat-weave Aubusson rugs that have been found in the finest homes and palaces since the late 17th century. Size: 8' 10'' x 12' 1''.
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17th Century Chinese Antique Aubusson Western European Rugs

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Wool

Antique Handmade Wool Mauve Floral French Aubusson Rug
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This antique French Aubusson rug features a shaded purplish-brown field with a polychrome floral and leafy garland around vertical rows of ivory and golden-yellow hexagonal lozenges ...
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Early 19th Century French Antique Aubusson Western European Rugs

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Wool

17th Century Traditional French Aubusson Style Flat-Weave Rug
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Handwoven Recreation of the Classic French flat-weave Aubusson rugs that have been found in the finest homes and palaces since the late 17th century. Size 8' 8'' x 12' 3''.   
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17th Century Chinese Antique Aubusson Western European Rugs

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Wool

Pretty vintage French Aubusson style Jacquard Tapestry « hunting and fishing »
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
"Discover the timeless elegance of this exquisite vintage French tapestry featuring a reproducing of the paintings of the famous French painter "François Boucher". Hunting and Fishin...
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Mid-20th Century French Aubusson Western European Rugs

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Wool, Cotton, Acrylic

Monumental Vintage Chinese Aubusson Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A sweet monumental-scale vintage Chinese Aubusson-style rug with an-all petite floral pattern containing myriad floral varieties woven in myri...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Aubusson Western European Rugs

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Wool

17th Century Traditional French Aubusson Style Flat-Weave Rug
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Handwoven recreation of the Classic French flat-weave Aubusson rugs that have been found in the finest homes and palaces since the late 17th century. Size: 14' 9'' x 16' 9''.
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17th Century Chinese Antique Aubusson Western European Rugs

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Wool

Nice French Aubusson Style Jacquard Tapestry
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
"Exquisite French tapestry from the mid-20th century, featuring a beautiful design, showing a gallant scene with young people playing hide and seek game, with nice colours in hues of...
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Mid-20th Century French Aubusson Western European Rugs

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Wool, Cotton

Beautiful mid century french handwoven Aubusson tapestry « The village »
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Discover the timeless elegance of this early 20th-century French Aubusson tapestry featuring a captivating design of a village. This tapestry depicts a peaceful rural landscape with...
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Mid-20th Century French Aubusson Western European Rugs

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Wool, Cotton, Silk

17th Century Traditional French Aubusson Style Flat-Weave Rug
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Hand Woven Recreation of the Classic French flat-weave Aubusson rugs that have been found in the finest homes and palaces since the late 17th century. Size 9' 9" x 13' 11".
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17th Century Chinese Antique Aubusson Western European Rugs

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Wool

Antique French Aubusson Rug
Located in New York, NY
Antique French Aubusson rug France, circa 1920 Handwoven.
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Early 20th Century French Aubusson Western European Rugs

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Wool

Doris Leslie Blau Antique French Aubusson Round Rug
Located in New York, NY
Antique French Aubusson Round Rug Size: 13'8" × 13'8" (416 × 416 cm) This exceptional 19th-century French Aubusson round rug epitomizes the elegance and refinement of European courtl...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Aubusson Western European Rugs

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Wool

French Aubusson Wool Rug by Galerie Chevalier – “Garden of Eden”
Located in New York, NY
French Aubusson Wool Rug by Galerie Chevalier – “Garden of Eden” at Doris Leslie Blau Circa: 1980 Size: 15'1" × 20'1" (459 × 612 cm) This striking vintage French Aubusson rug, crafte...
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Late 20th Century French Aubusson Western European Rugs

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Wool

Aubusson western european rugs for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Aubusson western european rugs for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage western european rugs created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include rugs and carpets, wall decorations, more furniture and collectibles and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with fabric, wool and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Aubusson western european rugs made in a specific country, there are Europe, France, and Asia pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original western european rugs, popular names associated with this style include Rug Kilim, Eric Cohler, Royal Manufacture of Aubusson, and Aubusson Manufacture. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for western european rugs differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $149 and tops out at $450,000 while the average work can sell for $5,496.

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