Alain Michel Antiques Textiles

A pair of decorative loose cushions made of antique handwoven tapestry of floral design, with modern linen backing and tassel fringe edging. French, late 19th – early 20th century. ...

A masterpiece of textile art, this vintage pillow boasts a 17th-century Flemish tapestry design. Featuring rich botanical patterns in warm hues, it reflects a deep connection to natu...

Decorate a sofa or a master bed with this elegant pair of pillows. Made with antique tapestry from Aubusson, France, each large pillow is handmade with complimentary trim and tassels...

16th Century Flemish Tapestry Pillow 18" x 9", authentic 16th century piece , good condition

An antique table runner 17th century Italian voided velvet panels Finished with 19th century gold metallic braids and tassel trim Lovely time worn appeal with general signs of wea...

A pair of handmade cushions in Schumacher Gerry Embroidery. The textile composed on hand stitched flora and fauna on rolling hills. The sides trimmed in a cream colored cord and the ...

Antique Pillow The French Aubusson Tapestry panel dates from the 17th Century Woven in Naturally Dyed wool and silk Finished on four sides with wide antique gold metallic and line...

79199 Late 19th Century Antique French Aubusson Tapestry Cushion, 01'09 x 01'06 x 00'06. Woven with whispers of bygone grandeur, this handwoven wool French Aubusson tapestry cushion from the Late 19th Century captures the lyrical heart of a pastoral fable, rendered in threads of gentle nostalgia and refined artistry. At its center, a fox gazes longingly upward toward a pair of birds perched delicately on a tree branch, evoking the timeless tale of La Fontaine’s The Fox and the Crow—a moral parable spun into the language of tapestry. The scene is framed by a lush wreath of scrolling acanthus leaves and voluptuous blossoms—roses, peonies, and wildflowers—blooming in softened tones of pink, ochre, and antique gold. Each carefully handwoven detail reveals the elegant precision of the Aubusson weaver’s loom, where every knot and weft captures a painterly sensitivity to light, form, and emotion. The background shimmers with subtle gradations of mossy green and parchment beige, conjuring the feel of a sun-dappled glade, while the figures themselves seem to pause in narrative stillness—caught in a moment of wit, desire, and the age-old dance of cunning and vanity. The Aubusson pillow becomes a miniature stage for moral reflection, set within the poetic landscape of 19th-century French salon decor. Beneath the pastoral charm lies the hallmark of the Aubusson tradition: a low-warp tapestry technique prized for its fine execution and seamless color transitions. This cushion, originally born of a larger wall tapestry fragment, has been lovingly preserved and reimagined with a sumptuous velvet backing—ensuring the legacy of the weaver’s hand continues to offer comfort and delight. The delicately frayed edges and mellowed palette speak not of wear, but of history—an aged beauty that softens with time, like a well-loved verse recited over generations. More than a decorative object, this antique Aubusson pillow...

A pair of cushions made with early-20th Century flame stitched Bargello tapestry. The backs and trim made with a new silk and linen fabric by Rogers & Goffigan.

In the most technical sense of the word, "Suzani," in Central Asia, means needle and is used to describe this type of needlework, but to most people, such as decorators or collectors...

The pillows or cushions are made from late 19th century crimson velvet. This has been applied with 19th century needlework panels. The needlework has a cream ground embroidered with ...

A pair of French pillows made from 19th century Aubusson tapestries, with scrolling foliage and tassels. Made from an exquisite tapestry created during the 19th century in the Aubusson Manufacture located in central France, each of this pair of pillows is adorned with cream colored scrolling foliage standing out beautifully on a red background. The ensemble is framed with petite tassels on the surround. With their skillfully woven decor...