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Aubusson Tapestries

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
Bobyrug’s Pretty Vintage French Jaquar Tapestry
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Nice mid century French Jaquar tapestry with beautiful rural Aubusson style design and nice colors, mechanical woven with wool. ✨✨✨ "Experience...
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Mid-20th Century French Aubusson Tapestries

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Wool

Rare Old Petit-point French Tapestry 19th Century - wool silk- 60x54 - N° 1448
Located in Paris, FR
A stone's throw from the Eiffel Tower We are a family business specializing in the purchase, sale and expertise of old, modern and contemporary tapestries, rugs, kilims and textiles....
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Aubusson Tapestries

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Wool, Silk

Wonderful Aubusson Style French Jaquar Tapestry
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Pretty french mid century Aubusson style Jaquar tapestry with nice design of castle and nature with birds, and beautiful colors, entirely woven with wool.
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Mid-20th Century French Aubusson Tapestries

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Wool

Aubusson tapestry 19th century petanque game scene - N° 1332
Located in Paris, FR
Aubusson tapestry 19th century petanque game scene - N° 1332 Close to the Eiffel Tower, We are a family business specialized in the purchase, sale and expertise of tapestries, carpe...
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1880s French Antique Aubusson Tapestries

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Wool

Antique French Tapestry in Gray Background and Vibrant Colors
Located in Atlanta, GA
Measures: 4'11 x 7'5. This Beautiful Scenery design antique French tapestry from the early 1900's features vibrant colors which work off of a medium gray background, depicting a rom...
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Early 1900s French Antique Aubusson Tapestries

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Wool

Bobyrug’s Pretty vintage Aubusson style Jaquar tapestry
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Nice vintage Aubusson style tapestry with beautiful design with lovers playing at beach and nice colors, woven with mechanical Jaquar manufacturing with wool and cotton ✨✨✨ "Experi...
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Mid-20th Century French Aubusson Tapestries

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Wool, Cotton

19th century Aubusson Tapestry Valance - 3m27x2m22 - No. 1356
Located in Paris, FR
A deux pas de la Tour Eiffel Nous sommes une entreprise familiale spécialisée dans l'achat, la vente et la location de voitures. expertise de tapisseries, tapis, kilims et textiles a...
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1860s French Antique Aubusson Tapestries

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Wool, Silk

Bobyrug’s Pretty Vintage French Aubusson Tapestry
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Very beautiful mid century french Aubusson tapestry with beautiful gallant design and beautiful colors, entirely hand woven at Aubusson manu...
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Mid-20th Century French Aubusson Tapestries

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Wool, Silk

Bobyrug’s Beautiful Antique Panel Needlepoint Tapestry
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Nice late 19th French tapestry with beautiful floral design, Napoleon the third, entirely hand embroidered with silk and wool on cotton foundation. ...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Aubusson Tapestries

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Wool, Cotton, Silk

Nice French Aubusson Style Jacquard Tapestry « Villagers celebration »
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
"Exquisite Aubusson-style mid century tapestry featuring a captivating design inspired by the 17th-century Flemish painter David Tenier. Titled 'Villagers' Celebration,' it beautiful...
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1970s French Vintage Aubusson Tapestries

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Wool, Cotton

Bobyrug’s Beautiful Antique Aubusson Style Needlepoint French Tapestry
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Nice needlepoint tapestry late 19th century, Napoleon the third, entirely hand embroidered with wool on cotton foundation. ✨✨✨ "Experience the epit...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Aubusson Tapestries

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Wool

Bobyrug’s Very Pretty Vintage Aubusson Style Tapestry
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Nice late 20th century tapestry with beautiful design of medieval Aubusson tapestries and beautiful colors, entirely hand woven with the same method of Aubusson tapestries, with wool...
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Late 20th Century Chinese Aubusson Tapestries

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Wool

Bobyrug’s Antique Aubusson Cushion Chair Cover Tapestry
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Very beautiful late 19th century Aubusson tapestry with a beautiful design and colors, wool and silk woven on cotton foundation. ✨✨✨ "Experience the epitome of luxury and craftsmans...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Aubusson Tapestries

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Silk

Beautiful Antique European Embroidered Panel
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Nice late 18th century European embroidery with a beautiful design and natural colors, entirely hand embroidered with silk on silk foundation.
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Late 18th Century European Antique Aubusson Tapestries

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Silk

Bobyrug’s Nice Antique Needlepoint French Rug Tapestry
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Beautiful late 19th century needlepoint tapestry or rug, with a floral design and beautiful colors, entirely hand embroidered with wool and silk on cotton foundation. ✨✨✨ "Experienc...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Aubusson Tapestries

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Wool, Cotton, Silk

French Aubusson tapestry , rural scene - No. 1344
Located in Paris, FR
Since 1991, a stone's throw from the Eiffel Tower, we have been a family business specializing in the Purchase, Sale, Traditional Cleaning, Restoration - Conservation, Expertise - Es...
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1840s French Antique Aubusson Tapestries

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Wool, Silk

Nice Antique Aubusson Fragment Tapestry
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Beautiful 19th century French Aubusson tapestry fragment, originally from a border of Aubusson rug or tapestry, entirely handwoven w...
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Early 19th Century French Antique Aubusson Tapestries

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Wool

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 Tapestries

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Wool

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 Tapestries

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Wool

Late 19th Century French Aubusson Tapestry
Located in New York, NY
A French Aubusson mythological tapestry from the late 19th century, circa 1890, featuring the foremost of the nine muses from Greek mythology, Calliope. Calliope and the muses were t...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Aubusson Tapestries

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Wool

Bobyrug’s Antique Aubusson Cushion Chair Cover Tapestry
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Very beautiful late 19th century Aubusson tapestry with a beautiful design and colors, wool and silk woven on cotton foundation. ✨✨✨ "Experience the epitome of luxury and craftsmans...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Aubusson Tapestries

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Silk

Round Circular Mid 19th C. Ivory Beige Floral French Aubusson Tapestry Rug
Located in New York, NY
This is a lovely antique 19th century ivory and Beige Round Floral French Aubusson rug from the 1850s and handwoven in France. It is in excellent condition given its age and measures...
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1850s French Antique Aubusson Tapestries

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Wool

Beautiful New Floral Design Bessarabian Style Flat Kilim Rug, 6ft 6in x 9ft 10in
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Nice new Kilim with beautiful floral design Aubusson style with beautiful colors, entirely handwoven with wool on cotton foundation.
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2010s Indian Aubusson Tapestries

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Wool

Antique Aubusson Cushion Chair Cover Tapestry
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Very beautiful late 19th century Aubusson tapestry with a beautiful design and colors, wool and silk woven on cotton foundation.
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Late 19th Century French Antique Aubusson Tapestries

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Wool

985 - Tapisserie Vintage Style Aubusson François
Located in Paris, FR
985 - beautiful painted tapestry from the 18th century Aubusson style. With a very beautiful design of greenery, wool and cotton.    
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1950s French Vintage Aubusson Tapestries

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Wool

1072 - Modern Tapestry Around 1980 the Rooster , Handmade
Located in Paris, FR
1072 - Modern tapestry around 1980 (the rooster). Handmade. with very pretty colors and signed Fourmier.
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1980s French Vintage Aubusson Tapestries

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Wool

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 Tapestries

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Wool

Beautiful New Floral Design Bessarabian Style Flat Kilim Rug, 6ft 6in x 9ft 10in
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Nice new Kilim with beautiful floral design Aubusson style with beautiful colors, entirely handwoven with wool on cotton foundation.
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2010s Indian Aubusson Tapestries

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Wool

Late 19th Century French Rustic Tapestry
Located in New York, NY
A French Aubusson Rustic tapestry from the late 19th century after an original painting by the French painter François Boucher (1703-1770), 'The Cherry Picking'. This theme was succe...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Aubusson Tapestries

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Wool

Aubusson Tapestry from 19th Century, N° 1244
Located in Paris, FR
A very pretty tapestry with fresh colors and in very good condition of 19th century - N ° 1244 Thanks to our Restoration-Conservation workshop and also Our know-how, we are plea...
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1970s French Vintage Aubusson Tapestries

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Wool

Tapestry 19th Century Aubusson in Coteniere Fable of La Fontaine , N° 1223
Located in Paris, FR
A very pretty Tapestry 19th century Aubusson in container for doors or windows. Thanks to our restoration-conservation workshop and also Our know-how, we are pleased to present ...
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1880s French Antique Aubusson Tapestries

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Wool

Antique Late 19th Century Square Light Blue French Floral Aubusson Tapestry Rug
Located in New York, NY
This is a lovely antique late 19th century decorative square light blue French Floral Aubusson Tapestry rug. This lovely piece is meant to...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Aubusson Tapestries

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Tapestry, Wool

Tapestry Brussels, 19th Century - N° 704
Located in Paris, FR
Tapestry brussels, 19th century a very fine tapestry with pretty exceptional colors Measures: 1m65 x 0m70.    
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1870s Belgian Antique Aubusson Tapestries

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Wool

Aubusson Tapestry Bakery Scene - 18th Century - n° 1153
Located in Paris, FR
Aubusson Tapestry Bakery Scene - 18th Century Thanks to our Restoration-Conservation workshop and also Our know-how, we are pleased to present to you works of art in fabric such as ...
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1750s French Antique Aubusson Tapestries

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Wool

19th Century Aubusson Tapestry, Pétanque Scene, N° 1141
Located in Paris, FR
The game of bowls would have been created in Gaul. Balls were first made of clay, stone, then wood and finally steel, but, after the “bouleurs” of the Middle Ages, the golden age of ...
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1880s French Antique Aubusson Tapestries

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Wool

Pair of 19th Century Floral French Aubusson Portière Decorative Tapestry
Located in New York, NY
Called portière, these antique wall hanging tapestries were handwoven in Aubusson, France in the 19th Century. They both feature floral and foliage decor in a deep red and beige palette. Portière tapestries were traditionally used in French chateaux and palaces in past centuries, they are unique in that they are designed to fill narrow wall spaces. A portière is a hanging curtain...
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1850s French Antique Aubusson Tapestries

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Wool

18th Century French Aubusson Rustic Tapestry Panel
Located in New York, NY
A French Aubusson rustic tapestry panel from the 18th century, featuring several women and children in the foreground, tending to various chores while seated in a grassy field, with ...
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18th Century French Antique Aubusson Tapestries

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Wool

Late 19th Century Antique French Aubusson Tapestry Wall Hanging
Located in Dallas, TX
72780 Late 19th Century Antique French Aubusson tapestry wall hanging. This antique French Aubusson tapestry with French Romanticism is a work of art. The historic worth far exceeds ...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Aubusson Tapestries

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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 12' 4" x 17' 8".
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17th Century Chinese Antique Aubusson Tapestries

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Wool

Antique Rugs, Tapestry Flemish Wall Decoration Object, Decorative rugs
Located in Wembley, GB
A fabulous 19th-century handwoven tapestry in excellent condition. The scene of lovers celebration among nature. A similar technique is used for making the tapestry, as in Aubusson and Needlepoint in the flat weave role. These decorative area rugs are rare luxury rugs for sale in any rug store and can exist as designer rugs or interior elements of design in antique rug galleries or recommended as a design object by interior designers for home decor. Antique Rugs, Tapestry Flemish Wall...
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19th Century Belgian Antique Aubusson Tapestries

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Wool, Cotton, Organic Material

18th Century French Aubusson Chinoiserie Tapestry
Located in New York, NY
A French Aubusson chinoiserie verdure tapestry, 18th century. A small bird to the left, an acanthus bush in the center, and pagodas in the left distance, within a symmetrical scrolli...
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18th Century French Antique Aubusson Tapestries

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Wool

Light Blue 19th Century Floral French Aubusson Portière Decorative Tapestry
Located in New York, NY
Called portière, these antique wall hanging tapestries were handwoven in Aubusson, France in the 19th Century. They both feature floral and foliage decor in a deep red and beige palette. Portière tapestries were traditionally used in French chateaux and palaces in past centuries, they are unique in that they are designed to fill narrow wall spaces. A portière is a hanging curtain...
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1850s French Antique Aubusson Tapestries

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Wool

Antique Rare Metallic Threads French Aubusson Carpet By The Sallandrouze Family
Located in New York, NY
Western Central France 6’6” x 6’9” (1.98 x 2.05m) Circa 1830s Louis Philippe period Warp: wool, medium brown, 15 per inch Pattern Weft: wool or gilt metal thread This extremely finel...
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1830s French Antique Aubusson Tapestries

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Wool

Traditional Wall Decor Handmade Rug French Style Tapestry Forest Scene
Located in Wembley, GB
This tapestry is a French-style textile woven intricately to create a realistic forest scene featuring a trio of people, flowers, drapes and a dog. The colours and design work in harmony, creating an eyecatching piece that is sure to uplift any space it is introduced to. This piece was woven by hand with fine locally sourced materials, including hand-spun wool and cotton that has been naturally dyed with vegetable dying techniques. In excellent condition, this piece is ready to be styled in any contemporary or traditional home. Our team source only the finest interior accessories, with years of experience, let our team help you find the perfect accent pieces for your home interior. Our inventory includes a range of modern rugs, vintage rugs and antique rugs. With a huge range of colours and sizes available now. Great condition, ready for use. Traditional wall decor handmade rug French style tapestry forest...
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2010s Chinese Aubusson Tapestries

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Tapestry, Wool, Cotton, Natural Fiber, Organic Material

Antique Aubusson-Style Pictorial Tapestry - Urn, Tendril and Crowned Lion Motifs
Located in Morristown, NJ
An unusual aubusson-style tapestry wall hanging comprising 8 panels with recurring lion, urn and floral motifs on a pale blue field with a passementeire border and cotton backing. Wh...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Aubusson Tapestries

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Fabric, Wool, Cotton

Late 19th Century French Aubusson Rustic Pastoral Tapestry, People in Repose
Located in New York, NY
A French Aubusson tapestry from the late 19th century, featuring a rustic scene with a young man reposing on a bundle of hay while his damsel and her dog look on. Enclosed with a tro...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Aubusson Tapestries

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Wool

Late 19th Century Antique Ivory and Beige Floral French Aubusson Tapestry Rug
Located in New York, NY
This is a lovely antique 19th century ivory and beige floral French Aubusson rug from the 1880s and handwoven in France. It is in excellent condition given its age and measures: 9.10...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Aubusson Tapestries

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Wool

Antique French Aubusson Panel, circa 1850 2 3 x 11 2
Located in New York, NY
Antique French Aubusson panel, circa 1850, 2'3 x 11'2. This antique Aubusson panel may be used as a runner on the floor or as a wall decoration over a door or between windows or a table runner. The nearly black field displays a very complex pattern of multi colored palmettes flowers and various short vines. An ivory floral border on the left contrasts with the geometric right hand band...
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19th Century French Antique Aubusson Tapestries

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Wool

Antique Aubusson Tapestry with Golden Column Panels of Irises
Located in Atlanta, GA
Antique Aubusson Tapestry with Golden Column Panels of Irises. This exquisite antique Aubusson tapestry was delicately crafted in France around the middle of the 19th century during ...
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19th Century French Antique Aubusson Tapestries

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Wool

Bobyrug’s pretty antique French needlepoint chair cover tapestry
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Exquisite late 19th-century French needlepoint tapestry originally from a chair cover but can be also use for cushions, or frames. Adorned with a captivating floral design from the N...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Aubusson Tapestries

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Wool, Silk

Bobyrug’s pretty antique French needlepoint chair cover tapestry
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Exquisite late 19th-century French needlepoint tapestry originally from a chair cover but can be also use for cushions, or frames. Adorned with a captivating floral design from the N...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Aubusson Tapestries

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Wool, Silk

Bobyrug’s pretty antique French needlepoint chair cover tapestry
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Exquisite late 19th-century French needlepoint tapestry originally from a chair cover but can be also use for cushions, or frames. Adorned with a captivating floral design from the N...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Aubusson Tapestries

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Wool, Silk

Bobyrug’s pretty antique French needlepoint chair cover tapestry
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Exquisite late 19th-century French needlepoint tapestry originally from a chair cover but can be also use for cushions, or frames. Adorned with a captivating floral design from the N...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Aubusson Tapestries

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Wool, Silk

Bobyrug’s Pretty French Gallant Scene Jaquar Tapestry
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
"Enhance your space with this exquisite vintage French tapestry featuring a romantic scene inspired by François Boucher's 'Les Amours pastorales.' With the 18th-century Rococo style...
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Mid-20th Century French Aubusson Tapestries

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Wool, Cotton

Antique European Tapestry Wall Art
By Jean-Baptiste Oudry
Located in Dallas, TX
70856 Antique European Tapestry, 04'09 x 07'10. This exquisite handwoven antique European tapestry radiates timeless elegance and artistic craftsmanship. The centerpiece of this tape...
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Early 20th Century French Aubusson Tapestries

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Wool

Antique European Tapestry Wall Art
Antique European Tapestry Wall Art
$1,567 Sale Price
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Bobyrug’s Nice Vintage French Jaquar Tapestry
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Pretty mid century french tapestry with beautiful rural Picking grapes design and nice colors, mechanical Jaquar manufacturing with wool and cotton. ✨✨✨ "Experience the epitome of l...
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Mid-20th Century French Aubusson Tapestries

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Wool, Cotton

Vintage French Mechanical Jaquar Tapestry Panel
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Very beautiful and decorative French Jaguar tapestry panel with nice design and beautiful colors, mechanical Jaquar manufacturing with wool and cotton.
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Mid-20th Century French Aubusson Tapestries

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Cotton

Antique Aubusson Cushion Chair Cover Tapestry
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Very beautiful late 19th century Aubusson tapestry chair element, with a beautiful design and colors, wool and silk woven on cotton foundation.
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Late 19th Century French Antique Aubusson Tapestries

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Wool

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 Tapestries

Materials

Wool

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 Tapestries

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Wool

Aubusson tapestries for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Aubusson tapestries 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 tapestries created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include wall decorations, rugs and carpets, asian art and furniture and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with fabric, wool and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Aubusson tapestries 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 tapestries, popular names associated with this style include Aubusson Manufacture, Royal Manufacture of Aubusson, Jean Lurcat, and Brussels Manufactory. 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 tapestries differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $223 and tops out at $89,995 while the average work can sell for $4,302.