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.
Bobyrug’s American Vintage Hook Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Beautiful American Hook rug, with a decorative floral design, entirely American needlework made with wool velvet on cotton foundations. ✨✨✨ "Experience the epitome of luxury and cra...
Wool, Cotton
Zabihi Collection Horse Scene English Needlepoint
Located in New York, NY
an early 20th-century square size English Needlepoint Measures: 6'10'' x 7'8''
Wool, Cotton, Foam
Zabihi Collection Dramatic Mid 19th Century English Needlepoint
Located in New York, NY
Dramatic mid 19th Century English Needlepoint ~ 7'7'' x 16'3'' English needlepoint rugs, renowned for their profuse floral motifs, reached an artistic zenith in 1700-1750 but were...
Wool, Cotton, Foam
Antique 19th Century European Needlepoint Rug Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Antique 19th Century European Needlepoint Rug Doris Leslie Blau Size: 10'0" × 18'0" (304 × 548 cm) This exquisite European needlepoint rug from the 1880s is a remarkable testament to...
Wool
Native American Hooked Rug
Located in New York, NY
A handmade American hooked rug from the mid-20th century depicting a head of a Native American on a brown field. Condition is really nice. No stains, no tears, has been professionall...
Fabric, Wool, Jute
American Hooked Checkerboard Chess Rug
Located in New York, NY
A handmade one of a kind American Hooked Rug from the 3rd quarter of the 20th century with an irregular checkerboard pattern Measures: 3' x 5'7''.
Wool
$856Sale Price|51% Off
H 0.4 in W 42 in D 15.5 in
Scandinavian Woven Folk Art Wedding Tapestry with Flowers and Horses, 1760
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Scandinavian woven Folk Art wedding wall decoration tapestry, 1760 Dated 1760 and monogrammed OHW/HPS. The tapestry is decorated mostly in red and yellow colors, with flowers and...
Wool
Zabihi Collection American Navajo Blanket Rug
Located in New York, NY
An early 20th-century American Navajo Blanket Rug Details rug no. j3080 size 2' 6" x 4' 6" (76 x 137 cm)
Wool
Bobyrug’s Pretty Mid Century French Needlepoint Tapestry
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Exquisite French needlepoint tapestry featuring a stunning garden design with birds and vibrant colors. Hand-embroidered using the needlepo...
Wool
Round American Hooked Rug Dated 1963
Located in New York, NY
Rare American Hooked rug with a happy colorful motif. Dated 1963 and initialized IEV. Not sure whose name is in the initials Measure: 30'' round.
Wool
Antique American Hooked Rug
Located in New York, NY
A handmade one-of-a-kind American hooked rug from the 2nd quarter of the 20th century. Measures: 2' x 5'1''.
Wool
$7,200Sale Price|20% Off
W 61 in L 73 in
Antique English Needlepoint from the Late-18th Century with Beautiful Flowers
Located in Atlanta, GA
Measures: 5'10 x 6'1. This striking, antique English needlepoint was beautifully crafted during the late 18th century and remains in remarkably good condition. It is composed of nin...
Wool
Folk Art Sea Horse Hooked Rug, circa 1960
Located in Nantucket, MA
Vintage Folk Art Sea Horse Hooked Rug, circa 1960, featuring a family of three variously sized and colored sea horses swimming against a variegated bl...
Wool
Mid-19th Century English Axminster Rug
Located in New York, NY
England, circa 1840 Handwoven Measures: 28'7" x 17'4" (871 x 528 cm).
Wool
Zabihi Collection American Hooked Pictorial Rug
Located in New York, NY
Hooked rug made in a Boston house. Dating back to 1920. Depicting a lady spinning and weaving like the good ole days. Details rug no. r5863 size 2' 4" x 3' 3" (71 x 99 cm)
Wool
Vintage Throw Decorative Needlepoint Cat Design Pillow
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Vintage throw decorative needlepoint cat design pillow. Vintage charming dog pillow featuring portrait of a cat. Hand-crafted in 100% wool needlepoint embroidery throw pillow in Aubusson style with cotton cording fringe tassels. Great gift for the cat owner and cat loving home! Cat decorative throw pillow backed in velvet brown fabric. Vintage crewel...
Cotton
19th Century William Morris Style Tapestry, Handmade, Earth tones, Rust
Located in Port Washington, NY
William Morris wrote that tapestry is "the noblest of the weaving arts," allowing the weaver to achieve "depth of tone, richness of colour, and exquisite ...
Wool
Tapestry 16th century Aubusson ( Feuilles de choux ) Flemish
Located in Paris, FR
Tapestry panel Cabbage Leaves Flemish Greenery of the 16th century 2m20 x 1m30. The Cabbage Leaves tapestry (large cabbage leaves) includes large leaves in a global pattern, often wi...
Tapestry
French Antique Aubusson Pillow with Green Floral Design
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
French antique Aubusson throw pillow with green floral design. The pillow is made from an antique Aubusson tapestry, with trims and tassels. ...
Fabric
French Antique Aubusson Tapestry Fabric Pillow
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
French antique throw pillow with floral design. The pillow is made from an antique Aubusson tapestry, with trims and tassels. Measures: 18" W x ...
Fabric