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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
Sublime Flanders Tapestry - end of 16th century - N° 891
Located in Paris, FR
"Sublime Flanders Tapestry - end of 16th century - 3.00x1.80cm - N° 891" Close to the Eiffel Tower, We are a family business specialized in the purchase, sale and expertise of tapes...
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17th Century French Antique Aubusson Tapestries

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Wool

Royal tapestry of the goblins - The Birth of Hercules - 18th Century - N° 888
Located in Paris, FR
Sublime tapestry from the Gobelins factory dating from the 16th century, Representation of the birth of Hercules, a famous character from Roman mythology. Hercules holds two snakes i...
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1680s French Antique Aubusson Tapestries

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Wool

Antique French Aubusson Tapestry Inspired by Paysage Avec Moulin à Eau
By Paul Cézanne, François Boucher
Located in Dallas, TX
78623 Antique French Aubusson Tapestry, 07'10 x 07'10. Emanating timeless style with incredible detail and texture, this handwoven wool antique French Aubusson tapestry is a captivat...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Aubusson Tapestries

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Wool, Silk

Aubusson tapestry of 19th century - N° 1248
Located in Paris, FR
a very fine Aubusson tapestry of 19th century very fine with two birds and very pretty colors - N ° 1248 Thanks to our Restoration-Conservation workshop and also Our know-how, w...
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1880s French Antique 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

Beauvais Tapestry - The Tam-tam Player - 18th Century - N° 882
Located in Paris, FR
Exceptional tapestry from the 18th century Royal Manufacture of Beauvais. Representation of a woman wearing a crown of wheat around her head and playing the Tam-tam in the garden of ...
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1780s French Antique Aubusson Tapestries

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Wool

17th century Aubusson tapestry - the rest after the harvest - N° 1331
Located in Paris, FR
Piece of collectionTapestry 17th century Aubusson - the rest after the harvest Close to the Eiffel Tower, We are a family business specialized in the purchase, sale and expertise of tapestries, carpets, kilims and textiles old, modern and contemporary. We work for private clients, amateurs, antique dealers...
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1680s French Antique Aubusson Tapestries

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Wool

Bobyrug’s Pretty Jaquar Tapestry Aubusson Museum Style Medieval Design
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
"Experience the timeless elegance of 'Scènes Galantes,' a stunning vintage French tapestry featuring a medieval design inspired by the 15th-century masterpiece from the Cluny Museum....
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Mid-20th Century French Aubusson Tapestries

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Wool, Cotton

Bobyrug’s Pretty Vintage Aubusson Style French Jaquar Tapestry
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
"Exquisite late 20th-century French tapestry featuring the enchanting design 'VERDURE AU MOULIN' after François Boucher. Capturing nature in its most picturesque form, adorned with p...
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Mid-20th Century French Aubusson Tapestries

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Wool, Cotton

Antique French Aubusson Tapestry
Located in New York, NY
The Aubusson tapestry manufacture of the 17th and 18th centuries managed to compete with the royal manufacture of Gobelins tapestry and the privileged position of Beauvais tapestry. Tapestry manufacture at Aubusson, in the upper valley of the Creuse in central France, may have developed from looms in isolated family workshops established by Flemings that are noted in documents from the 16th century. Typically, Aubusson tapestries depended on engravings as a design source or the full-scale cartoons from which the low-warp tapestry-weavers worked. As with Flemish and Parisian tapestries...
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19th Century French Antique Aubusson Tapestries

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Wool, Silk

19th Century French Hand Woven Aubusson Verdure Tapestry with Bird and Foliage
Located in New York, NY
Place this long and narrow antique tapestry in a staircase or in between two windows for a pop of color. Handwoven in Aubusson, France, circa 1860, this gorgeous verdure wall piece h...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Aubusson Tapestries

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Tapestry, Wool

Bobyrug’s Wonderful vintage french Jaquar tapestry with historical design
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
A stunning mid-century French tapestry featuring a captivating battle scene. At the bottom of the tapestry, you'll find an inscription that reads 'Defeat of the Spanish army near the...
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Mid-20th Century French Aubusson Tapestries

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Wool, Cotton

Tapestry 18th Century Aubusson 'Child's Play' - N° 1317
Located in Paris, FR
A very beautiful tapestry 18th century Aubusson represent children's game dancing in the village, the colors are very fresh in the blue and green Thanks to our Restoration-Conserv...
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1750s French Antique Aubusson Tapestries

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Wool

Bobyrug’s Wonderful palace size antique French Aubusson tapestry
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Exquisite Early 20th Century French Tapestry Fit for Royalty! Discover a remarkable and exceedingly rare large antique French tapestry, dating back to the early 20th century. This m...
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Early 20th Century French Aubusson Tapestries

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Wool, Silk

Bobyrug’s Nice French Aubusson Style Jaquar Tapestry Design « La Filandière »
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Stunning midcentury French tapestry, featuring a design inspired by the medieval tapestry from museum, « La Filandiere » . Called « return from hunting ». This woolen tapestry beauti...
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Mid-20th Century French Aubusson Tapestries

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Wool, Cotton

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

Bobyrug’s Nice Vintage Jaquar Tapestry with Lion II – Darius Tapestry Design
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
"Discover Lion II – Darius Tapestry – A stunning vintage Belgian tapestry showcasing a captivating design inspired by the rich history of Pers...
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Late 20th Century Belgian Aubusson Tapestries

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Wool, Cotton

Bobyrug’s Wonderful Large Jaquar Tapestry with Marriage Design
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Introducing a masterpiece of artistry and history, a truly exceptional vintage French Aubusson-style tapestry that will transport you to a world of enchantment. This tapestry is a ce...
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Late 20th Century French Aubusson Tapestries

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Wool, Cotton

Bobyrug’s Beautiful Vintage Aubusson Style French Jaquar Tapestry
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Discover the exquisite charm of our midcentury French tapestry, featuring a captivating design reminiscent of an 18th-century masterpiece. Depicting the romantic dance and play of lo...
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Mid-20th Century French Aubusson Tapestries

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Wool, Cotton

Bobyrug’s Very Pretty Vintage Aubusson Style French Halluin Jaquar Tapestry
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Introducing the magnificent "Along the River" French tapestry designed by British artist Harris Rightway. This captivating piece depicts women drawing water from the river and engage...
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Late 20th Century French Aubusson Tapestries

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Wool, Cotton

Bobyrug’s Nice French Jaquar Tapestry Medieval Aubusson Style Design
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Discover the enchanting world of "La lecture" – a beautiful vintage French tapestry featuring a medieval design of a 16th century tapestry from Cluny Museum. Crafted on Jaquar looms ...
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Mid-20th Century French Aubusson Tapestries

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Wool

18th Century Aubusson Portrait Tapestry
Located in London, GB
An 18th century portrait tapestry, depicting a Roman emperor wearing a laurel wreath, holding an olive branch, signed Manufacture Royal Aubusson.
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18th Century French Antique Aubusson Tapestries

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Wool

Pretty Vintage Aubusson Style Jaquar Tapestry
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Very beautiful midcentury french tapestry with beautiful design of happy family in the garden enjoying with playing games and music. ✨✨✨ "Experience the epitome of luxury and crafts...
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Mid-20th Century French Aubusson Tapestries

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Wool, Cotton

Bobyrug’s Pretty French « rendez-vous galant » Design Jaquar Tapestry
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
"Discover the timeless elegance of this exquisite vintage French tapestry featuring a captivating gallant scene of lovers on the beach surrounded by rivers and streams. Adorned with vibrant colors, this masterpiece is intricately woven with a blend of luxurious wool and cotton on Jacquard looms in Jules Pansu's workshops. it captures a design of the drawing called (rendez-vous galant) "Romantic Rendezvous" at 18th century. « Rendez-vous galant » Made according to the drawings of Maurice Jacques...
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Mid-20th Century French Aubusson Tapestries

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Wool, Cotton

Aubusson Tapestry of 19th Century Aubusson, N° 1236
Located in Paris, FR
Aubusson tapestry of 19th century Aubusson, N° 1236 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 Tapestry, Carpets and Textiles...
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1880s French Antique Aubusson Tapestries

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Wool

Bobyrug’s Pretty Vintage Egyptian Tapestry
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Exquisite midcentury Egyptian tapestry, inspired by the Ramsès Wissa Wassef School Tapestries. Featuring a stunning nature-themed design with animals, birds, and fish, adorned with v...
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Mid-20th Century Egyptian Aubusson Tapestries

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Wool, Cotton

Bobyrug’s Nice French Modern Aubusson Tapestry by Madeleine LUKA
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Exquisite Art Deco - Art Nouveau era Aubusson tapestry, signed by renowned French painter Madeleine LUKA (1894-1989). Titled "Glory of the Rose," this tapestry features a charming sc...
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Mid-20th Century French Aubusson Tapestries

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Wool

983 - Beautiful Jaquar Tapestry Vintage Aubusson Style Medieval Design
Located in Paris, FR
983 - Very beautiful French tapestry with a medieval village feast design and beautiful colors, mechanical Jaquar manufacture with wool.
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1950s French Vintage Aubusson Tapestries

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Wool

Bobyrug’s Pretty Vintage Medieval Design Jaquar Tapestry
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Very beautiful late 20th century French Aubusson style tapestry, with beautiful medieval design and beautiful colors, weaved in mechanical Jaquar manufacturing with wool and cotton. ...
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Late 20th Century French Aubusson Tapestries

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Wool, Cotton

Bobyrug’s Beautiful French Aubusson Style Jaquar Tapestry
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Elevate your space with a charming French tapestry featuring a gallant village scene. Woven with precision on Jacquard looms in France, this masterpiece showcases couples by the rive...
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Mid-20th Century French Aubusson Tapestries

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Wool, Cotton

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 of Flanders 17th Century 'Offer to the King' -N° 1232
Located in Paris, FR
Tapestry of Flanders 17th century (offer to the king) with very pretty colors 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 Tapestry, Carpets and Textiles...
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1680s French Antique Aubusson Tapestries

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Wool

993 - Beautiful Vintage French Tapestry Jaquar
Located in Paris, FR
993 - Beautiful French tapestry from the end of the 20th century with a beautiful medieval design and beautiful colors, mechanical Jaquar woven with wool and cotton.
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1960s French Vintage Aubusson Tapestries

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Wool

Beautiful Antique Needlepoint Tapestry
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Nice late 19th century French needlepoint tapestry fragment, originally made for chair cover, with a beautiful decorative design and beautiful col...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Aubusson Tapestries

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Wool

Tapestry Woven Panel of Figure Group Aubusson Style, French Circa 1930
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
This is a vintage French woven tapestry panel, in the Aubusson style, showing a group of figures in period costumes, dating to the early 20th cen...
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20th Century French Aubusson Tapestries

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Fabric

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

Bobyrug’s Nice French Hand Printed Medieval Design Tapestry
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
"Discover the exquisite charm of this Midcentury French hand printed tapestry featuring a delightful design depicting the Hopscotch game and fruit picking. A true gem from the Tenture de la Noble Pastorale, this piece adds a touch of medieval elegance to any space." It’s an reproduction of a medieval tapestry...
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Mid-20th Century French Aubusson Tapestries

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Cotton

1014 - Beautiful French Antique Needlepoint Tapestry
Located in Paris, FR
1014 - beautiful French antique needlepoint tapestry (romantic).
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1950s French Vintage Aubusson Tapestries

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Wool

Bobyrug’s Pretty Hand Printed French Tapestry
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Discover the timeless elegance of our exquisite Midcentury French hand-printed tapestry, a faithful reproduction of the medieval masterpiece "The Lordly Life; Scene Galante, circa 1500" by the French School. Immerse yourself in the artistry of the 16th century, echoing the grandeur of the original tapestry housed in the National Museum of the Middle Ages and Thermes de Cluny, Paris. Elevate your space with this captivating piece of history and indulge in the allure of a bygone era. The piece depicts ten characters, five ladies, two lords and three pages, two of whom have their bodies truncated at the bottom of the tapestry. A few birds take flight, others perch in the trees, under the watchful gaze of a fox. In the center, alongside a young man, a lady in a rich costume carries a parrot on her left hand. This is a true celebration of courtly love. This tapestry is hand printed...
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Mid-20th Century French Aubusson Tapestries

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Cotton

Bobyrug’s Nice Vintage French Aubusson Style Jaquar Tapestry
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Very beautiful mid century French tapestry with beautiful design of river and villagers, and beautiful colors, mechanical Jaquar manufacturing with wool and cotton. ✨✨✨ "Experience ...
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Mid-20th Century French Aubusson Tapestries

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Wool, Cotton

Bobyrug’s Nice Bolivian « M Nanni » Very Fine Hand Woven Tapestry
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Stunning possibly South American tapestry featuring a captivating design of musicians at the backdrop of rooftops, each are with hats playing diverse musical instruments. Meticulousl...
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Mid-20th Century Bolivian Aubusson Tapestries

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Wool

Bobyrug’s Nice Midcentury France Aubusson Style Jaquar Tapestry
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 Tapestries

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Wool, Cotton

Antique Aubusson Tapestry, circa 1880s
Located in New York, NY
This long and narrow tapestry was made to go between windows. The sand field displays a shield of arms surmounted by a count's coronet and supported by ...
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1880s French Antique Aubusson Tapestries

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Wool

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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Cotton, Fabric, Wool

Vintage Egyptian Tapestry Kilim
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Beautiful vintage tapestry from Egypt, wool.
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Mid-20th Century Egyptian Aubusson Tapestries

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Wool

17th Century French Aubusson Mythological Tapestry
Located in New York, NY
A French Aubusson mythological tapestry from the 17th century, depicting the Spartan king, Menelaus, seated at left, sending his brother...
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17th Century French Antique Aubusson Tapestries

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Wool

18th Century, Aubusson Tapestry, N° 1195
Located in Paris, FR
18th Century Aubusson tapestry - N° 1195 . 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

Bobyrug’s Pretty Vintage Aubusson Style Jaquar Tapestry
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Beautiful vintage French Aubusson style tapestry with a nice design and beautiful colors, entirely woven with wool and cotton. ✨✨✨ "Experience the epitome of luxury and craftsmanshi...
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Mid-20th Century French Aubusson Tapestries

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Wool, Cotton

1102, French Mechanical Tapestry
Located in Paris, FR
French mechanical tapestry with child's play design.
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1950s French Vintage Aubusson Tapestries

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Wool

Bobyrug’s Nice Vintage Medieval Aubusson Style Hand Printed Tapestry
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Wonderful hand printed french tapestry with beautiful design of a museum tapestry with design of « Chasse à l’arbalète et au Faucon » (crossbow and fal...
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Mid-20th Century French Aubusson Tapestries

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Cotton

1077 - 18th Century Tapestry Aubusson Workshop
Located in Paris, FR
1077 - 18th century tapestry from the Aubusson Manufacture. Representation The Capture Of Birds Perfect state of conservation.
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1780s French Antique Aubusson Tapestries

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Wool

Bobyrug’s Nice Vintage Aubusson Style French Jaquar Tapestry
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Pretty vintage Aubusson style tapestry with beautiful design of the town in 18th century and nice colors, entirely woven with mechanical Jaquar manufacturing with wool and cotton. ✨...
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Mid-20th Century French Aubusson Tapestries

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Wool, Cotton

Bobyrug’s Pretty Antique French Jaquar Tapestry
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Wonderful antique French tapestry with beautiful design and nice colors, mechanical Jaquar manufacturing, woven with wool and cotton. ✨✨✨ "Experience the epitome of luxury and craft...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Aubusson Tapestries

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Wool, Cotton

Antique Late 17th Century Flemish Verdure Tapestry
Located in Port Washington, NY
Flemish 17th century Verdure tapestry. 4' wide x 9'2" height. A beautiful scene of lush flowers, life like trees and bushes. Handsome bi...
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17th Century French Antique Aubusson Tapestries

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Wool, Silk

Bobyrug’s Pretty Vintage Aubusson Style Jaquar Tapestry
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Pretty vintage Aubusson style french tapestry with beautiful gallant design at the beach with beautiful colors, woven with jaquar manufacturing with wool and cotton. ✨✨✨ "Experience...
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Mid-20th Century French Aubusson Tapestries

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Wool, Cotton

19th Century Aubusson Tapestry, Handmade, Ivory, Taupe, Cream
Located in Port Washington, NY
Aubusson tapestry is tapestry manufactured at Aubusson, in the upper valley of the Creuse in central France. The term often covers the similar products made in the nearby town of Felletin, whose products are often treated as "Aubusson". The industry had probably developed since soon after 1300 in looms in family workshops, perhaps already run by the Flemings that are noted in documents from the 16th century. Aubusson tapestry of the 19th century managed to compete with the royal manufacture of Gobelins tapestry and the privileged position of Beauvais tapestry, although generally regarded as not their equal. As with Flemish and Parisian tapestries...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Aubusson Tapestries

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Wool

Antique Needlepoint French Tapestry
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Beautiful 19th century needlepoint tapestry with beautiful design and natural colors, entirely hand embroidered in needlepoint method with wool and silk.
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Aubusson Tapestries

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Wool

Bobyrug’s Nice Vintage Aubusson Style French Tapestry
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Nice mid century french mechanical tapestry with beautiful design of a 18th century aubusson tapestry with beautiful colors, woven with mechanical ...
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Mid-20th Century French Aubusson Tapestries

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Wool, Cotton

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.

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