Hand-knotted Wool Traditional Red French Aubusson Rug
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This antique Aubusson flatweave rug features an eau-de-nil field with a central ivory oval containing a large floral and leafy spray within a narrow shaded green and raspberry-red ba...
Wool
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' 3” x 11' 10”.
Wool
Traditional French Aubusson Style Flat-Weave Rug
Located in Secaucus, NJ
17th Century 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: 10' 8'' x 15'...
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French Aubusson Rug Red Traditional Carpet Handwoven Wool Floral Needlepoint Rug
Located in Wembley, GB
Constructed in China, weavers replicate the same traditional techniques used in the antique pieces made in Aubusson, central France.
Wool, Cotton, Organic Material
Aubusson Rug Traditional French Carpet Handwoven Floral Wool Needlepoint
Located in Wembley, GB
Constructed in China, weavers replicate the same traditional techniques used in the antique pieces made in Aubusson, central France.
Wool, Cotton, Organic Material
Traditional Carpet French Aubusson Style Area Rug Handwoven Wool Rug Needlepoint
Located in Wembley, GB
Constructed in China, weavers replicate the same traditional techniques used in the antique pieces made in Aubusson, central France.
Wool, Cotton, Organic Material
Stunning Traditional and Attractive Floral Pattern French Art Deco Rug
Located in New York, NY
1930s French Art Deco Carpet ( 7'6" x 11'4"- 230 x 345 ) Probably designed by Maurice Dufrenne, this French pile carpet shows his characteristic border collage of grids and flowers, ...
Wool
Red Beige Aubusson Rug French Traditional Carpet Handwoven Floral Needlepoint
Located in Wembley, GB
Weavers replicate the same traditional techniques in the antique pieces in Aubusson, central France.
Wool, Cotton, Organic Material
1860s Brown Traditional Floral Antique French Louis Philipe Period Aubusson Rug
Located in New York, NY
Antique French Aubusson Carpet - Louis Philipe Period 12'8" x 15'8" - 385 x 480 cm The Victorian period (Napoleon II- Second Empire) in France saw intense elaboration of traditional...
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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: 6' x 9'1''.
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: 10' x 14'.
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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: 4' x 16'.
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 6' x 9'.
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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: 3'2'' x 9'1''.
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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: 5'10'' x 9'1''.
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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: 10'11'' x 16'4''.
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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: 11'8'' x 18'2''.
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: 12'1'' x 16'.
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: 10'10'' x 16'1''.
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 10' x 14'.
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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: 10' x 14'.
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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: 8'1'' x 10'5''.
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' x 12'3''.
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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: 12'1'' x 17'5''.
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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' x 16'1''.
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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: 10' x 13'10''.
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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' x 12'2”.
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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: 13'9'' x 22'.
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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: 10' x 14'2''.
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: 11'9'' x 18'.
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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 10' x 14'.
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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: 9'11'' x 14'5''.
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: 11'11'' x 18'.
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: 10' x 14' 2”.
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'.
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' x 12' 1''.
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: 10' x 13' 11''.
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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' x 9' 1".
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' x 12' 3".
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 4' 11'' x 8'.
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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' x 10' 2".
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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' 9'' x 12'.
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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' 9'' x 14'.
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 2' 1'' x 14'.
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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' x 9' 2''.
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' 9'' x 12'.
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' 6'' x 13'.
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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' x 16' 2".
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 10' x 13' 10".
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' x 12' 2''.
Wool
Antique French Aubusson Rug, Wool, Traditional Pinks and Reds 1900
Located in Williamsburg, VA
This early French Aubusson rug is very finely woven with a traditional motif of delicate drawing of bouquets of flowers, vines, and tendrils.
Wool
17th Century Traditional French Aubusson Style Flat-Weave Rug
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Handwoven recreations 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 11'11.
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: 10' x 14' 1''.
Wool
17th Century Round 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' x 8'.
Wool
Antique Aubousson Traditional Peach and Beige Wool Circle Rug
Located in Long Island City, NY
Originating from France in 1900, this antique traditional Aubousson wool circle rug employs a vibrant assortment of peach, bronze, pink, green, and beige colorways in a neoclassical ...
Wool
Antique Aubousson Traditional Beige and Gold Round Wool Rug
Located in Long Island City, NY
Originating from France in 1900, this antique turn of the century aubousson rug.
Wool
Handmade Vintage French Aubusson Rug, 1970s, 1Q13
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Handmade vintage French Aubusson rug in traditional design and pastel shades.
Wool
Handmade Vintage French Aubusson Rug, 1970s, 1Q07
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Handmade vintage French Aubusson rug in traditional design. The rug is from the end of 20th century in original good condition.
Wool
Handmade Vintage French Aubusson Rug, 1970s, 1Q0003
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Handmade vintage oversize rug from France in traditional design. The rug is from the end of 20th century in original good condition - Condition: Original good, - circa 1970s ...
Wool
Handmade Vintage French Aubusson Rug, 1970s, 1Q11
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Handmade vintage French Aubusson rug in traditional design. The rug is from the end of 20th century in original good condition.
Wool
Handmade Vintage French Aubusson Rug, 1970s, 1Q08
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Handmade vintage French Aubusson rug in traditional design. The rug is from the end of 20th century in original good condition.
Wool
Handmade Vintage French Aubusson Rug, 1970s, 1Q22
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Handmade vintage French Aubusson rug in traditional design and burgundy shades.
Wool
Handmade Vintage French Aubusson Rug, 1970s, 1Q21
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Handmade vintage French Aubusson rug in traditional design and burgundy shades.
Wool
Handmade Vintage French Aubusson Rug, 1970s, 1Q04
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Handmade vintage French Aubusson rug in traditional design and in red and beige colors.
Wool
Handmade Vintage French Aubusson Rug, 1970s, 1Q15
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Handmade vintage French Aubusson rug in traditional design and burgundy shades.
Wool
Handmade Vintage French Aubusson Rug, 1970s, 1Q03
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Handmade vintage French Aubusson rug in traditional design and in red and beige colors.
Wool
Handmade Vintage French Aubusson Rug, 1970s, 1Q29
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Handmade vintage French Aubusson rug in traditional floral design in burgundy and beige shades.
Wool
Early 20th Century Hand-Woven French Deco Wool Rug
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This traditional handwoven French deco rug has an ivory field with broad sweeping strokes suggesting clouds and abstract motif, in a loose golden saffron border.
Wool
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H 19.69 in W 19.69 in D 3.94 in
French Aubusson Pillow Cushion Cover, French Style Country House Cushion
Located in Wembley, GB
Antique rug vintage pillowcase zipper cushion handmade Aubusson pillow cover, view one of the most comprehensive collections of the decorative pillow, handmade throw pillow cover of ...
Silk, Organic Material, Cotton, Wool
17th Century Traditional French Savonnerie Style Rug
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Handwoven recreation of the Classic French Savonnerie rugs that have been found in the finest homes and palaces since the late 17th century. Size 6 x 9.
Wool
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' x 6'9''.
Wool
Traditional French Aubusson Style Flat-Weave Rug
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Handwoven Recreations 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' x 8'.
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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 16' 1" x 22' 1".
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Traditional French Aubusson Style Round Flat-Weave Rug
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Handwoven Recreations 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' 11'' x 9' 11''.
Wool
Antique Persian Kerman Scatter Rug with Traditional French Rococo Style
Located in Dallas, TX
72549 Antique Persian Kerman Scatter Rug with Traditional French Rococo Style 02'01 x 04'00.
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W 232 in L 147 in
Vintage Rug Pictorial Tapestry French Style Traditional Wall Decoration Handmade
Located in Wembley, GB
Transform your space into a masterpiece of vintage elegance with our vintage rug pictorial tapestry, inspired by French style traditions.
Cotton, 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' x 12'.
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' x 20' 1”.
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 13' 8'' x 20' 1''.
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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' 10” x 9' 1”.
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 4' 8''.
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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' 2'' x 10' 2''.
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17th Century Round Traditional French Aubusson Style Flat-Weave Rug
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Handwoven Recreations of the Classic French flat-weave Aubusson rugs that have been found in the finest homes and palaces since the late 17th century. Size 7'10 x 7'10.
Wool
Traditional Chintz Area Rug with French Aubusson Style and Savonnerie Design
By Savonnerie, Royal Manufacture of Aubusson
Located in Dallas, TX
73272 Traditional Chintz Area Rug with French Aubusson Style and Savonnerie Design.
Wool
Antique French Aubusson Verdure Tapestry with Traditional Old World Style
Located in Dallas, TX
77650, antique French Aubusson Verdure Tapestry with Traditional Old World style. This hand-woven late 19th-century antique French Aubusson verdure tapestry depicts a landscape scene...
Wool
Fabulous Vintage French Savonnerie Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A fabulous vintage French Savonnerie rug with a traditional Baroque floral and scrolling S-curves woven in pale pinks, blues, greens, and gold’s, against a pale blue background.
Wool
Luxury Traditional French Aubusson Style Flat-Weave Rose / Ivory
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 14' 5”.
Wool
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.
Good antique rugs and vintage rugs have made their way into homes across the globe, becoming fixtures used for comfort, prayer and self-expression, so choosing the right area rug is officially a universal endeavor.
In modern usage, “carpet” typically denotes a wall-to-wall floor cushioning that is fixed to the floor. Rugs, on the other hand, are designed to cover a specific area and can easily be moved to new locations. However, the terms are interchangeable in many parts of the world, and, in the end, it won’t matter what you decide to call it.
It’s well known that a timeless Persian rug or vintage Turkish rug can warm any interior, but there are lots of other styles of antique rugs to choose from when you're endeavoring to introduce fresh colors and textures to a bedroom or living room.
Moroccan Berber rugs are not all about pattern. In fact, some of the most striking examples are nearly monochrome. But what these rugs lack in complexity, they make up for in brilliant color and subtle variation. Moroccan-style interiors can be mesmerizing — a sitting room of this type might feature a Moroccan rug, carved wooden screens and a tapestry hung behind the sofa.
Handwoven kilim rugs, known for their wealth of rich colors and unique weaving tradition, are pileless: Whereas the Beni Ourain rugs of Morocco can be described as dense with a thick surface or pile, an authentic kilim rug is thin and flat. (The term “kilim” is Turkish in origin, but this type of textile artistry is practiced all across the Balkans, throughout the Arab world and elsewhere.)
When it comes to eye-catching floor coverings, the distinctive “medallion” pattern of Oushak rugs has two types of rounded shapes alternating against a rich red or blue background created with natural dyes, while the elaborate “star” pattern involves large eight-pointed shapes in diagonal rows alternating with diamonds.
If you’re looking for something unexpected, find a runner rug that pops in your hallway or on your stairs. Dig for dazzling geometric patterns in our inventory of mid-century modern rugs and carpets, which includes works designed by the likes of Swedish textile masters Märta Måås-Fjetterström, Marianne Richter and other artisans.
Carpets and rugs have been around for thousands of years. Prehistoric humans turned to animal skin, wool and fur to craft simple fabrics to soften hard terrain. A 2016 study suggests that "cave lions" were hunted for exactly this purpose, and that decorating your cave with their pelts may have conferred strength and prestige. Although many of these early textiles are still in existence, tracing their precise origins is difficult. Carpets quickly became such a valuable trade commodity that the weavings could easily travel far from their places of origin.
The oldest known carpet was found in southern Siberia. (It may have traveled there from Persepolis in Iran.) For the flat-weave floor rugs crafted by Native Americans, cotton was the primary material before sheep’s wool was introduced in the 16th century. In Europe, carpet-making was fundamental to folk art, and Asian carpets imported to European countries were at one time considered a precious luxury and not intended to remain permanently on the floor.
With the variety of area rugs and carpets rolled out for you on 1stDibs — a collection that includes traditional, modern, minimalist rugs and other coverings of all kinds — things will be looking up whenever you’re looking down.