Aubusson Textiles
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.
1990s Chinese Aubusson Textiles
Natural Fiber, Organic Material, Silk, Cotton, Wool
Early 19th Century French Antique Aubusson Textiles
Wool, Cotton, Foam
Early 19th Century French Antique Aubusson Textiles
Wool, Foam, Cotton
1990s Chinese Aubusson Textiles
Cotton, Organic Material, Natural Fiber, Wool
Late 20th Century French Aubusson Textiles
Wool, Cotton, Acrylic
1920s American Vintage Aubusson Textiles
Feathers, Nylon, Velvet, Cotton, Foam, Fabric
1920s French Vintage Aubusson Textiles
Fabric, Feathers, Nylon, Velvet, Cotton
Late 19th Century French Antique Aubusson Textiles
Wool, Silk
Late 19th Century French Antique Aubusson Textiles
Wool, Silk
1910s American Vintage Aubusson Textiles
Velvet, Feathers, Nylon, Cotton, Foam, Fabric
Late 19th Century French Antique Aubusson Textiles
Velvet, Wool, Silk
1990s European Aubusson Textiles
Silk
Late 19th Century French Antique Aubusson Textiles
Wool, Silk, Velvet
20th Century Aubusson Textiles
Wool, Cotton, Foam
Late 20th Century American Aubusson Textiles
Cotton
20th Century French Aubusson Textiles
Fabric
1990s Chinese Aubusson Textiles
Cotton, Organic Material, Wool
19th Century French Antique Aubusson Textiles
Tapestry
1990s Chinese Aubusson Textiles
Organic Material, Silk, Cotton, Wool
Late 19th Century French Antique Aubusson Textiles
Silk
1990s Chinese Aubusson Textiles
Cotton, Organic Material, Natural Fiber, Wool
1990s Chinese Aubusson Textiles
Cotton, Organic Material, Natural Fiber, Wool
1990s Chinese Aubusson Textiles
Silk, Organic Material, Cotton, Wool
1990s Chinese Aubusson Textiles
Organic Material, Natural Fiber, Silk
19th Century English Antique Aubusson Textiles
Wool, Cotton, Foam
1980s Chinese Vintage Aubusson Textiles
Organic Material, Cotton, Wool
19th Century French Antique Aubusson Textiles
Wool
Early 19th Century French Antique Aubusson Textiles
Wool, Cotton, Foam
Early 18th Century Belgian Antique Aubusson Textiles
Wool
Late 19th Century French Antique Aubusson Textiles
Wool
1970s Indian Vintage Aubusson Textiles
Damask
19th Century French Antique Aubusson Textiles
Velvet, Wool, Cotton, Foam
Late 19th Century French Antique Aubusson Textiles
Silk