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.
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Early 20th Century French Needlepoint Fireplace Screen
Located in San Francisco, CA
Early 20th century fireplace screen with French aubusson style bird and floral needlepoint tapestry. Oak hand carved French Provincial style frame and legs. 29.25" W x 15" D x 39.5" H
Wool, Oak
Early 20th Century English Art Nouveau Fireplace Fender
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
Early 20th century English fire fender made of brass. Art Nouveau period. The fender is in a good condition.
Brass
19th Century French Fireplace Screen
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
19th century French fireplace screen. Napoleon III Period. The screen has some minor perfections but is still in good condition.
Brass, Iron
$1,260
H 34 in W 56 in D 0.5 in
Early 20th Century Hammered Iron and Wire Mesh Trifold Fireplace Screen
Located in Germantown, MD
An Early 20th Century Hammered Iron and Wire Mesh Trifold Fireplace Screen Measures 56" in width fully open, 30" in width folded 34" in height.
Iron, Wire
$1,260Sale Price|66% Off
H 22 in W 52 in D 0.5 in
Mid-Century Modern Chrome Fireplace Screen, Metal Mesh, 20th Century
Located in New York, NY
A Mid-Century Modern chrome fireplace screen with metal mesh, also finished in chrome. Paris, 1940s. Central panel and two collapsible latera...
Chrome
20th Century Brass Fire Screen
Located in Dublin 8, IE
20th Century Brass Fire Screen composed of folding moveable parts in a neoclassical style.
Brass
20th Century Cast-Iron Fireplace Basket
Located in London, GB
20th-century cast-iron fireplace basket, known as the Chestnut Basket, is a beautifully crafted slotted fire grate designed to bring character a...
Iron, Wrought Iron
20th Century English Stone Fireplace Mantelpiece
By Acquisitions
Located in London, GB
Late Georgian, early Victorian style English made fireplace mantel. English made with impressive white limestone. Hand-carved with columns giving an elegant understated appearance. ...
Limestone
Art Deco Beaten Brass Fire Screen, Stylish Early 20th Century Design
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Stylish Art Deco beaten brass fire screen This is a charming and stylish screen, the screen it has diagonal design to the front with an off set brass handle The screen is good qu...
Brass
Early 20th Century Fire Screen in the Rococo Style
Located in Bagshot, GB
An elegent and decorative early 20th century Rococo style Brass fire screen.
Brass
$1,020
H 50.01 in W 32.29 in D 14.18 in
20th Century French Walnut Hand Carved Fireplace Screen with Silk Upholstery
Located in Sofia, BG
20th Century large hand carved wooden fire-screen upholstered in red silk fabric in front and light beige silk at the back. The frame has a centre decorati...
Silk, Walnut
$352
H 4.14 in W 24.02 in D 1.78 in
Art Nouveau Period Fireplace Tool Hanger or Hook, Early 20th Century
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
Early 20th century Dutch Art Nouveau Period fireplace tool hanger made of polished steel with polished copper. The hanger is in a good condition and are fully functional.
Brass, Copper
$3,500
H 36 in W 24 in D 12 in
18th Century Flemish Style Walnut and Needlepoint Tapestry Fireplace Screen
Located in Germantown, MD
An 18th Century Flemish Style Walnut and Needlepoint Tapestry Fireplace Screen Measures 24" in width, 12" in depth and 36" tall.
Tapestry, Walnut