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Aubusson Rugs and Carpets

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
Item Ships From: Tri-State Area
18th Century French Aubusson Rustic Tapestry
Located in New York, NY
A French Aubusson rustic tapestry from the 18th century, envisioning a wooded landscape in which several youngsters play leapfrog. Enclosed within a scrolling border of fruiting and ...
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18th Century French Antique Aubusson Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

8.4x12 Ft Unusual Vintage Hand Knotted European Rug. French Design Wool Carpet
Located in Spring Valley, NY
A finely hand-knotted vintage European carpet from 1950s featuring an elegant design. The rug has even low wool pile on cotton foundation. It is heavy and lays flat on the floor, in ...
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Mid-20th Century European Aubusson Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Signed Vintage Jean Picart Le Doux Tapestry “La Lyre au Matin” Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
This 4x6 vintage Aubusson tapestry is a rare and special new curation from Rug & Kilim—a signed mid-century original by French artist Jean Picart Le Doux, entitled “La Lyre au Matin”...
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1950s French Vintage Aubusson Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Vintage Robert Debiève Floral and Pictorial Tapestry “La Forêt” Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
This 3x5 vintage Aubusson tapestry is a rare and special new curation from Rug & Kilim—a signed mid-century original by French artist Robert Debiève, entitled “La Forêt”, handwoven i...
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1950s French Vintage Aubusson Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Early 20th Century French Aubusson Carpet ( 13' 6'' x 22' 6'' - 412 x 686 cm)
Located in New York, NY
Early 20th Century French Aubusson Carpet ( 13' 6'' x 22' 6'' - 412 x 686 cm)
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Early 1900s French Antique Aubusson Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Doris Leslie Blau Antique French Aubusson Rug
Located in New York, NY
Antique French Aubusson Rug Size: 6'3" × 9'3" (190 × 281 cm) This exquisite French Aubusson rug from the early 20th century is a beautiful example of the elegance and refinement asso...
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Early 20th Century French Aubusson Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Green Tassel 19th Century Antique French Aubusson Pillow
Located in New York, NY
Authentic stand alone pillow made from a 19th century French Aubusson rug with a floral motif with green tasseled corners. Measures: 19" x 21", sewn ...
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Early 19th Century French Antique Aubusson Rugs and Carpets

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Wool, Cotton, Foam

Late 19th Century French Aubusson Tapestry
Located in New York, NY
A French Aubusson mythological tapestry from the late 19th century, circa 1890, featuring the foremost of the nine muses from Greek mythology, Calliope. Calliope and the muses were t...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Aubusson Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Zabihi Collection European Savonnerie Octagon Shape Carpet
Located in New York, NY
A glamorous octagon shaped early 20th century Savonnerie carpet i Size: 7'8" x 7'9" The Savonnerie manufactory was the most prestigious European manufactory of knotted-pile car...
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20th Century French Aubusson Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Antique Aubusson Rug in Yellow and Pink with Floral Medallion - Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
This 7x10 antique Aubusson rug is an exciting new addition to Rug & Kilim’s European rug collection—a masterpiece of the French Neoclassical flatweave style, handwoven in wool and be...
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1910s French Vintage Aubusson Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Antique French Aubusson Carpet, circa 1900s
Located in New York, NY
Fit for a Rothschild, this large antique French tapestry-woven carpet shows a large, layered oval medallion with an ivory central panel enclosing a detailed rose bouquet., all on a s...
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Early 1900s French Antique Aubusson Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Late 19th Century French Savonnerie Carpet ( 10'6'' x 18'6'' - 320 x 565 )
Located in New York, NY
Late 19th Century French Savonnerie Carpet ( 10'6'' x 18'6'' - 320 x 565 )
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Early 1900s Austrian Antique Aubusson Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Rare Oversized Antique Savonnerie Rug from Real Fabrica de Tapices – Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
This oversized 16x19 antique rug is a fabulous and extremely collectible early-20th-century Savonnerie rug from the famed “Real Fabrica de Tapices” ...
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Early 1900s Spanish Antique Aubusson Rugs and Carpets

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Silk

Rug & Kilim's Aubusson Style Rug in Beige-Brown with Floral Patterns
Located in Long Island City, NY
Handwoven in a wool flatweave, this 7x10 contemporary rug is a new unveiling from the European rug collection by Rug & Kilim—one of its earliest works, inspired by antique Aubusson r...
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2010s Chinese Aubusson Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Early 20th Century French Aubusson Carpet ( 9' 8'' x 15' 3'' - 295 x 465 cm )
Located in New York, NY
Early 20th Century French Aubusson Carpet ( 9' 8'' x 15' 3'' - 295 x 465 cm )
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1920s French Vintage Aubusson Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Antique French Aubusson Flat-Weave Rug
Located in New York, NY
An antique flat-woven French Aubusson carpet from the turn of the 20th century.
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Early 1900s French Antique Aubusson Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Antique Aubusson Rug in Beige-Brown with Medallion and Florals
Located in Long Island City, NY
This 9x13 antique Aubusson rug is an exciting new addition to our European rug collection—a masterpiece of the French Neoclassical flatweave style, handwoven in wool and believed to ...
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1910s French Vintage Aubusson Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Late 19th Century Napoleon III Aubusson Carpet
Located in Closter, NJ
The towns of Aubusson and Felletin on the River Creuse near Limoges in central France have produced rugs and carpets since the 18th Century. Up to that point, this area had produced ...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Aubusson Rugs and Carpets

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Wool, Cotton

Oversized Antique Aubusson Rug in Beige with Floral Medallion
Located in Long Island City, NY
This 11x13 antique Aubusson rug is an exciting new addition to our European rug collection—a masterpiece of the French Neoclassical flatweave style, handwoven in wool and believed to...
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1860s French Antique Aubusson Rugs and Carpets

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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 Chinese Antique Aubusson Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Rug & Kilim’s Aubusson Style Rug in Light Gold and Cream with Floral Medallion
Located in Long Island City, NY
Handwoven in a wool flatweave, this 8x10 rug is a new unveiling from the European rug collection by Rug & Kilim—one of its earliest works, inspired by antique Aubusson rugs and tapes...
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2010s Chinese Aubusson Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

19th Century French Aubusson Rustic Pastoral Tapestry
Located in New York, NY
A French Aubusson rustic pastoral tapestry from the 19th century, centrally woven, depicting a young swain traveling with his faithful dog in an idyllic wooded area characterized by ...
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19th Century French Antique Aubusson Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Oversized Antique Aubusson Rug in Brown and Cream with Medallions
Located in Long Island City, NY
This 15x19 antique Aubusson rug is an exciting new addition to our European rug collection—a masterpiece of the French Neoclassical flatweave style, handwoven in wool and believed to...
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1870s French Antique Aubusson Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Rug & Kilim’s French Aubusson Style Rug in Green and Brown Floral Pattern
Located in Long Island City, NY
Rug & Kilim presents an 8x10 rug inspired by 18th century Aubusson rugs in the new additions to their European Collection. Hand-knotted in wool and silk, its design is an all-over ...
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2010s Indian Aubusson Rugs and Carpets

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Wool, Silk

Antique French Aubusson Tapestry in Beige and Blue Pictorial rug by Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
An antique 10x10 pictorial tapestry from France, handwoven in wool circa 1650-1660. This flat weave is a new addition to the most collectible European curations by Rug & Kilim. Fur...
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1650s French Antique Aubusson Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Doris Leslie Blau Rare 1930s French Aubusson Round Rug Attributed to André Arbus
Located in New York, NY
Rare 1930s French Aubusson Round Rug Attributed to André Arbus Size: 8'9" × 8'9" (266 × 266 cm) Color: Beige, Lavender, Yellow This exceptional round Aubusson rug, dating to the 1930...
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Mid-20th Century French Aubusson Rugs and Carpets

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Cotton

Rug & Kilim’s Aubusson-Style Flatweave Rug in Brown with Rich Floral Pictorial
Located in Long Island City, NY
Handwoven in wool, this 5x10 rug from the European Collection by Rug & Kilim is inspired by antique Aubusson flatweaves. Its design favors rich browns and dark greens in a vivid pict...
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2010s French Aubusson Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Vintage Jean Picart Le Doux Square Tapestry “Concerto de Ravel” Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
This 5x5 vintage Aubusson tapestry is a rare and special new curation from Rug & Kilim—a signed mid-century original by French artist Jean Picart Le Doux, entitled “Concerto de Ravel...
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1940s French Vintage Aubusson Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Antique Aubusson Flatweave Rug in Beige, with Floral Medallions from Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Handwoven in wool, circa 1890-1900, this 6x7 antique Aubusson flatweave rug in rich tones of beige and red, features floral medallions matching those in the spandrels, making it an e...
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1890s French Antique Aubusson Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Oversized Antique Aubusson Rug in Brown and Cream with Medallions
Located in Long Island City, NY
This 14x17 antique Aubusson rug is an exciting new addition to our European rug collection—a masterpiece of the French Neoclassical flatweave style, handwoven in wool and believed to...
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1870s French Antique Aubusson Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Oversized Antique Aubusson Flatweave Rug with Floral Medallion, from Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Handwoven in wool circa 1890-1900, this 12x17 antique Aubusson flatweave is a rare oversized rug among French tapestry weaves. Its design features borders with vine scrolls and carto...
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1890s French Antique Aubusson Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Oversized Antique Aubusson Flatweave Floral Rug in Beige & Pink
Located in Long Island City, NY
Handwoven in wool circa 1890-1900, this 13x20 antique Aubusson flatweave and oversized rug is an extremely rare turn-of-the-century curation. Its design enjoys beige and cream undert...
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1890s French Antique Aubusson Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Rug & Kilim's Aubusson Style Flatweave Rug in Gold, Beige-Brown & Blue Florals
Located in Long Island City, NY
This 9x12 kilim rug from our European selections marks a contemporary take on antique 18th century Aubusson flatweaves. Handwoven in fine quality wool, the comforting tones of creamy...
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2010s Chinese Aubusson Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Rug & Kilim’s Aubusson style Flat Weave in Beige, Gold, Blue Floral Pattern
Located in Long Island City, NY
This contemporary 10x14 flat weave is the next addition to Rug & Kilim’s European collection. Inspired by 18th century Aubusson flat weaves, which is a favorite style and period of R...
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2010s Chinese Aubusson Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

19th Century French Napoleon III Period Aubusson Carpet (15'6" x 22'-472 x 671)
Located in New York, NY
19th Century French Napoleon III Period Aubusson Carpet 15'6" x 22' - 472 x 671
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1870s French Antique Aubusson Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Rug & Kilim’s Contemporary European Style Rug with Beige-Brown Floral Medallions
Located in Long Island City, NY
This contemporary 9x11 rug is a new addition to the Rug & Kilim’s European collection. Inspired by 18th-century Aubusson rugs, this rug has a more subdued take on this regal transiti...
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2010s Chinese Aubusson Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Rug & Kilim’s Aubusson style Flat Weave in Beige, Brown and Pink Floral Pattern
Located in Long Island City, NY
This contemporary 11x16 flat weave is the next addition to Rug & Kilim’s European collection. Inspired by 18th century Aubusson flat weaves, which is a favorite style and period of R...
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2010s Chinese Aubusson Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Late 19th Century French Aubusson Carpet ( 3' x 6'6" - 92 x 198 )
Located in New York, NY
Late 19th Century French Aubusson Carpet ( 3' x 6'6" - 92 x 198 ) Antique French Aubusson Carpet, Circa 1890 – 3' x 6'6" A refined antique Aubusson carpet, handwoven in France cir...
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1890s French Antique Aubusson Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Antique English Needlepoint Rug
Located in New York, NY
An English needlepoint carpet from the turn of the 20th century. A rosette wreath medallion serves as the focal point around an all-over field with sparse floral patterns and gracefu...
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Early 20th Century English Aubusson Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Oversized Antique Aubusson Rug, Floral Medallion over Cream Tones - Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
This 14x23 antique Aubusson rug in the and is a rare oversized curation from Rug & Kilim’s European rug collection—a gorgeous palace rug recapturing the Neoclassical style, handwoven...
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1920s French Vintage Aubusson Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Antique Aubusson Rug in Brown with Floral Medallion
Located in Long Island City, NY
This 14x16 antique Aubusson rug is an exciting new addition to our European rug collection—a masterpiece of the French Neoclassical flatweave style, handwoven in wool and believed to...
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1880s French Antique Aubusson Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

19th Century French Aubusson Carpet ( 9'3' x 13' - 282 x 396 )
Located in New York, NY
19th Century French Aubusson Carpet ( 9'3' x 13' - 282 x 396 )
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1870s French Antique Aubusson Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Vintage 1980s Aubusson Carpet in Empire Style ( 15' x 15'4" - 457 x 467 )
Located in New York, NY
Vintage 1980s Aubusson Carpet in Empire Style ( 15' x 15'4" - 457 x 467 )
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1980s Chinese Vintage Aubusson Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Antique French Aubusson Rug
Located in New York, NY
Antique French Aubusson rug France, circa 1920 Handwoven.
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Early 20th Century French Aubusson Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Antique French Aubusson Rug
Antique French Aubusson Rug
$30,400 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique French Aubusson Rug
Located in New York, NY
An antique flat-woven French Aubusson carpet from the early 20th century.
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Early 20th Century French Aubusson Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

New Transitional Rug Blue and Cream 18th Century Aubusson Design by Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Originating from China, this new transitional wool rug employs an homage to 18th century Aubusson style in an all-over field design with distinct...
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2010s Chinese Aubusson Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Antique Floral Aubusson Flatweave Oversized Oval Rug in Brown
Located in Long Island City, NY
Handwoven in wool, circa 1890-1900, this 13x18 antique Aubusson flatweave and oversized rug is a rare oval-shaped curation from its period. On the design: Originating from Franc...
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1890s French Antique Aubusson Rugs and Carpets

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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' 1'' x 16' 3''.
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17th Century Chinese Antique Aubusson Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Aubusson Style Rug Designed by Arthur Dunnam for Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Aubusson style rug Designed by Arthur Dunnam for Doris Leslie Blau Size: 6'0" × 9'0" (182 × 274 cm) A modern Aubusson style rug designed by the famous interior designer Arthur Dunnam...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Aubusson Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

1920s French Aubusson Carpet in Empire Style ( 11'2" x 16' - 340 x 488 )
Located in New York, NY
1920s French Aubusson Carpet in Empire Style ( 11'2" x 16' - 340 x 488 )
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1920s French Vintage Aubusson Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

19th Century French Aubusson Carpet ( 13'6" x 14'9" - 421 x 450 cm )
Located in New York, NY
19th Century French Aubusson Carpet ( 13'6" x 14'9" - 421 x 450 cm )
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1870s French Antique Aubusson Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

French Aubusson Rug by Stéphane Boudin of Jansen
By Stéphane Boudin
Located in New York, NY
French Aubusson rug by Stéphane Boudin of Jansen France circa 1950 A light celadon field with a silver metallic thread ribbon trellis overall within ...
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Mid-20th Century French Aubusson Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Exquisite 19th Century French Aubusson Rug Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Exquisite 19th Century French Aubusson Rug Doris Leslie Blau Size: 7'7" × 10'3" (231 × 312 cm) This magnificent French Aubusson rug, dating back to circa 1880, is a masterful represe...
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Early 20th Century French Aubusson Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Antique Square French Aubusson Rug Carpet Circa 1890 7'10 x 8'5
Located in Secaucus, NJ
French Aubusson Rug Carpet Circa 1890. A wonderful square Aubusson in the typical soft creams and ivory colors so familiar in Aubusson's of this period. Situated on the banks of the ...
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19th Century French Antique Aubusson Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Antique French Aubusson Rug/Runner
Located in New York, NY
Antique French Aubusson rug/runner France, circa 1870 Handwoven.
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Late 19th Century French Antique Aubusson Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Antique French Aubusson Rug/Runner
Antique French Aubusson Rug/Runner
$12,000 Sale Price
20% Off
19th Century French Aubusson Carpet Napoleon III Period ( 15 x 18' - 457 x 548 )
Located in New York, NY
19th Century French Aubusson Carpet Napoleon III Period ( 15 x 18' - 457 x 548 )
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1880s French Antique Aubusson Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Magnificent Large Antique 19th Century French Aubusson Rug 12'10" x 15'7"
Located in New York, NY
Magnificent Large Antique 19th Century French Aubusson Rug, country of origin: France, Circa date: 1880
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19th Century French Antique Aubusson Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Antique Spanish Savonnerie Carpet
Located in Closter, NJ
Under the direction of Pierre Dupont and Simon Lourdet carpet production commenced in France in the early 17th Century. In 1608, a workshop was set up in the Louvre, followed by the ...
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Early 20th Century Spanish Aubusson Rugs and Carpets

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Wool, Jute, Cotton

Antique French Aubusson Rug Carpet, circa 1890
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Antique French Aubusson rug carpet, circa 1890 13'4 x 16'6. Typical French Aubusson design, with the central ivory medallion surroun...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Aubusson Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Doris Leslie Blau Aubusson Rug
Located in New York, NY
Doris Leslie Blau Aubusson Rug Size: 9'6" × 10'4" (289 × 314 cm) Age: New Color: Beige, Blue, Green, Taupe, Yellow Material: Wool Construction: Flat Weave Style: Traditional This hig...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Aubusson Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Aubusson rugs and carpets for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Aubusson rugs and carpets 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 rugs and carpets created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include rugs and carpets, wall decorations, more furniture and collectibles and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with fabric, wool and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Aubusson rugs and carpets made in a specific country, there are Asia, China, and East Asia pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original rugs and carpets, popular names associated with this style include Rug & Kilim, Eric Cohler, Arthur Dunnam, and Stéphane Boudin. 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 rugs and carpets differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $149 and tops out at $350,000 while the average work can sell for $7,000.

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