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
Antique Spanish Savonnerie Square Rug with French Chintz Style
Located in Dallas, TX
72167 Antique Spanish Savonnerie Square Rug with French Chintz Style 12'06 x 13'00. Drawing inspiration from Mario Buatta, Chintz style and design element...
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Early 20th Century Spanish Aubusson Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Large and Ornate 19th Century French Aubusson Rug
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A monumental 19th century French palace size handwoven Aubusson rug. The classical rectangular rug presents with crisp detailing and deep coloration in Beige, Brown, Maroon, and Teal...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Aubusson Rugs and Carpets
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Wool
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
Antique French Savonnerie Rug with Ivory Background
Located in Milan, IT
Distinguished by an ivory background punctuated by floral elements in pastel shades, this antique French Savonnerie carpet is characteristic of the late Baroque style which was preva...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Aubusson Rugs and Carpets
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Wool
Old Caucasian Kilim KARABAGH or Flatwave with Red Roses
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
Fine authentic Caucasian Kilim with classical red roses design, to imitate Karabagh rugs. My carpets are not affected by fashions. Then enjoy at least one genuine product, made to ke...
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Mid-20th Century Caucasian Aubusson Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Transitional Damask Rug, Stately Decadence Meets Welcomed Informality
Located in Dallas, TX
30233 Transitional Indian Rug, 07’09 x 10’00.
Stately decadence meets welcomed informality in this hand knotted wool transitional area rug. The delicate damask print and soft tona...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Aubusson Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Antique French Aubusson Rug
Located in New York, NY
This border-less, black ground tapestry woven French pile-less carpet shows and allover pattern of rosette cruciforms, penetrating strap work vinery and a variety of acanthus leaves....
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Late 19th Century French Antique Aubusson Rugs and Carpets
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Wool
Gorgeous Antique French Aubusson Medallion Carpet with Garlands of Roses
Located in Atlanta, GA
Antique French Aubusson Medallion Carpet with Garlands of Roses and Intricate Design
Some of the finest European tapestries and carpets have been wo...
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1850s French Antique Aubusson Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
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...
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Late 18th Century British Antique Aubusson Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Oversized Antique French Savonnerie Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
73397 Antique French Savonnerie Palace Size Rug with Rococo and Chintz Style 17'00 x 21'00. Drawing inspiration from Mario Buatta and Chintz style, this antique French Savonnerie pal...
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Early 20th Century French Aubusson Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Aubusson Rugs Oriental Gold Rugs, French Style Carpet from China
Located in Hampshire, GB
This gold rug is the very good item as living room rugs and getting most of the attention in rug store by clients because of the color and design. These handmade elegant Chinese Aubusson floor rugs has The soft shade of colors. these luxury rugs have a gorgeous and inspirational soul on this floral motifs and curves. and you can feel stylish and real look on every leafs and roses. Various floral borders and carves on it remembers Art Nouveau international style, and can be in good combination with other decorative arts in the period of 1890- 1910 as a home decor objects. you can create the scene of unusual forms and feel of open spaces with this glorious Aubusson carpet rug...
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1990s Chinese Aubusson Rugs and Carpets
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Wool, Cotton, Organic Material
Antique French Aubusson Rug
Located in New York, NY
An antique French Aubusson carpet from the late 19th century.
The style of Aubusson tapestries and carpets produced have changed over the centuries because of its war-ridden histo...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Aubusson Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Mid-20th Century French Aubusson Carpet
Located in New York, NY
Mid-20th century French Aubusson carpet
France ca. 1950
Handwoven
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Mid-20th Century French Aubusson Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Long Antique Greek Needlepoint Runner with a unique Floral Design in Yellow
Located in Atlanta, GA
Long Antique Greek Needlepoint Runner from early 20th century, with a unique Floral Design in Yellow, 13-0307, This Greek needlepoint features repeat...
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1920s Greek Vintage Aubusson Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Antique French Aubusson with Romantic Rose Bouquets in Shades of Red and Pink
Located in Atlanta, GA
Antique Aubusson carpet with romantic rose bouquets in shades of red and pink, rug 16-1105, country of origin / type: Europe / Aubusson, circa 1870
This elegant antique Aubusson c...
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1870s European Antique Aubusson Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Colorful Antique French Tapestry with Pictorial and Scenic Design
Located in Atlanta, GA
Measures: 4'7 x 7'1.
This enchanting antique tapestry beautifully illustrates the remarkable sense of depth and richness that was perfected by French artisans of the 19th Century. A...
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Early 20th Century French Aubusson Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Late 19th Century Antique French Pastoral Tapestry Route de Limoges Louis XV Art
Located in Dallas, TX
72470 Late 19th Century Antique French Pastoral Tapestry Route de Limoges with Louis XV Style, French Rococo Wall Hanging. The scene depicts a family moving by a horse drawn cart on ...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Aubusson Rugs and Carpets
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Wool
Vintage Garden Trellis Chinese Rug with English Country Charm and Chintz Style
Located in Dallas, TX
76666 Vintage Garden Trellis Chinese Rug with English Country Charm and Chintz Style 07'10 x 09'06. Drawing inspiration from Mario Buatta and Ch...
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Late 20th Century Chinese Aubusson Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Antique European Savonnerie Rug
Located in New York, NY
An antique European Savonnerie carpet from the turn of the 19th century; signed "Gavino Stuvok" and dated "1805."
Savonnerie rugs were created in the 17th century and originated ...
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19th Century European Antique Aubusson Rugs and Carpets
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Wool
Late 19th-Century Antique French Aubusson Tapestry Inspired by Francois Boucher
Located in Dallas, TX
73625 Late 19th-Century Antique French Aubusson Tapestry, 07'06 x 09'00. French Aubusson tapestries, originating from Aubusson, France, are intricately woven textiles renowned since ...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Aubusson Rugs and Carpets
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Wool, Silk
Antique French Aubusson Rug with Louis XV Savonnerie Rococo Style
Located in Dallas, TX
73151 Antique French Aubusson Rug with Louis XV Savonnerie Rococo Style. Flourishing in technique and trend from the middle of the 17th century for nearly two hundred years, until th...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Aubusson Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Vintage Indian Rug with Black Field and Modern Aubusson Style
Located in Dallas, TX
This vintage Indian rug features a black field and modern Aubusson style. The high-contrast combined with its modern traditional style complement a wide range of interiors. Rendered ...
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Late 20th Century Indian Aubusson Rugs and Carpets
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Wool
1860s Antique French Silk Aubusson Tapestry
Located in Dallas, TX
73014 Antique French Silk Aubusson Tapestry, 05'00 x 07'00. French Aubusson tapestries are exquisite handwoven textiles originating from the town of Aubusson in central France. Craft...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Aubusson Rugs and Carpets
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Silk
Late 19th Century Antique French Aubusson Tapestry Wall Hanging
Located in Dallas, TX
72780 Late 19th Century Antique French Aubusson tapestry wall hanging. This antique French Aubusson tapestry with French Romanticism is a work of art. The historic worth far exceeds ...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Aubusson Rugs and Carpets
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Wool
20th Century French Aubusson Carpet
Located in New York, NY
20th Century French Aubusson Carpet
France, circa 1920
Aubusson, Flat-weave
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1920s French Vintage Aubusson Rugs and Carpets
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Wool
Antique English Needlepoint with Aubusson Design and Floral Central Medallion
Located in Atlanta, GA
Antique English Needlepoint with Floral Design and Central Floral Medallion. Rug/I-0201, French Aubusson, Needlepoint Aubusson.
This colorful ...
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Early 20th Century English Aubusson Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Antique French Rug
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Antique French rug
Measurement: 13'7" x 30'.
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1880s Antique Aubusson Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Antique French Aubusson Rug. Size: 17 ft x 18 ft 5 in
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful Large Square Size Antique French Aubusson Rug, Country of Origin: France, Circa Date: Mid 19th Century. Size: 17 ft x 18 ft 5 in (5.18 m x 5.61 m)
This magnificent antique french Aubusson carpet stands out as an exquisite piece for the collector of mid 19th century antiquities. The first thing that stands out is its striking use of color with bright reds and ivories against a dark background. This is only one of the many features that stands out about this impressive piece. This impressive antique French carpet was produced by the carpet works of Aubusson, France using traditional techniques that allowed them to produce antique carpets that were some of the finest in the world.
The carpet features a garden lattice...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Aubusson Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Vintage Turkish Kars Formal Medallion Carpet
Located in New York, NY
Turkish Kars in browns and khaki with an elegant open field central medallion design.
6'7'' x 10'2''
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20th Century Turkish Aubusson Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Antique French Tapestry in Gray Background and Vibrant Colors
Located in Atlanta, GA
Measures: 4'11 x 7'5.
This Beautiful Scenery design antique French tapestry from the early 1900's features vibrant colors which work off of a medium gray background, depicting a rom...
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Early 1900s French Antique Aubusson Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Antique Aubusson Tapestry with Golden Column Panels of Irises
Located in Atlanta, GA
Antique Aubusson Tapestry with Golden Column Panels of Irises.
This exquisite antique Aubusson tapestry was delicately crafted in France around the middle of the 19th century during ...
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19th Century French Antique Aubusson Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Palatial Original Antique French Aubusson Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
An absolutely exquisite 100% Handwoven Antique Aubusson Carpet with unusual chateau, like dimensions. This fine Carpet offers vibrant colors and highly stylized floral accents. Originally purchased for our store owner's personal residence, they have recently downsized, making this phenomenal handmade Rug available. Purchased in France with a rumor of a superior heritage, we couldn't pass it up when they were originally looking. Unfortunately, this dynamite original Aubusson flat-weave Carpet does not fit into their new home. This is a spectacular opportunity, don't miss it!
The history of Aubusson weavings dates back to the early Renaissance period in the actual town named Aubusson located on the banks of the River Creuse, about 200 miles from Paris. The first looms in the town of Aubusson was in the 1300s by the Flemish however, tapestry and rug making didn't begin until the 16th century. Dimensions: 12' x 14'.
There is sometimes confusion regarding the difference between a needlepoint pillow and an Aubusson pillow. At first glance they can appear similar, but they are actually very different. Needlepoint work is created on a canvas by looping yarn through the canvas with a needle; Aubusson work however, uses no canvas. The Aubusson is actually a flat-weave tapestry, where many threads are interwoven to create a beautiful piece.
"Aubusson" refers to a town by the same name in France, the original center of production of tapestry-weave carpets and wall embellishments since the mid-17th century. Today, "Aubusson" products are also manufactured outside of the French town. These Aubusson products are among the most highly desired, the most luxurious pieces one can adorn their home with.
Decorators and designers often choose Aubusson pillows because they add a rich texture and incredible detail. Colors are often bright and vibrant. Wool and silk yarns are used to create these stunning works of art. These products are more expensive due to the amount of intricate work and detail needed to create each piece. Quite a few 18th century French rugs...
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Late 19th Century 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
Vintage Persian Rug with European Design
Located in New York, NY
A custom ordered vintage Persian Tabriz carpet influenced by European design.
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Mid-20th Century Persian Aubusson Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Cotton, 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
Materials
Wool
Vintage Turkish Runner with Floral Deco Design in Cream and Red and Green
Located in Atlanta, GA
Vintage Turkish Oushak Gallery runner in Art Deco design and floral pattern. Keivan Woven Arts / rug TU-YUN-136072, Turkey / Oushak, circa mid-20th Century.
This beautiful Turkish...
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1950s Turkish Vintage Aubusson Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool
Antique Spanish Carpet in Yellow Green, Ivory and Lavender
Located in Atlanta, GA
Antique Spanish Carpet in Yellow Green, and Lavender, accent colors of medium green and light blue, Keivan Woven Arts/rug / TRA-6052, country of origin / type: Spain / Spanish, circa 1920's
Measures: 8'9 x 13'5
This elegant antique Spanish carpet is the proud heir to a long tradition of rug-weaving in the Iberian Peninsula, which dates back to the late Middle Ages. Its circular medallion format can be traced back to Timurid models introduced to Islamic Spain...
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Early 20th Century Spanish Aubusson Rugs and Carpets
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Wool
Bobyrug’s Wonderful Fine Antique French Aubusson Tapestry
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Very beautiful and fine Aubusson tapestry with a nice design with birds in the nature , and beautiful colours, entirely and finely handwoven with wool and silk, at Aubusson workshops...
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Early 20th Century French Aubusson Rugs and Carpets
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Wool, Silk
Bobyrug’s Wonderful Fine Antique French Aubusson Tapestry
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Very beautiful and fine Aubusson tapestry with a nice design with a gallant scene representing a couple in the underwood, and very beautiful colours, entirely and finely handwoven wi...
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Early 20th Century French Aubusson Rugs and Carpets
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Wool, Silk
Wonderful Vintage French Hand Printed Tapestry Vendanges Design
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Very beautiful mid century French hand printed tapestry with beautiful design of the famous medieval museum tapestry called Vendanges (gra...
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Mid-20th Century French Aubusson Rugs and Carpets
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Cotton
Pretty Vintage French Hand Printed Tapestry Medieval Museum Design
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Pretty mid century French tapestry with a medieval design called Vandanges (grape harvest) at Cluny museum, with nice colors, entirely hand printed on cotton foundation.
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Mid-20th Century French Aubusson Rugs and Carpets
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Cotton
Wonderful Large Size Antique Portuguese Flat Needlework Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Very beautiful large flat hand embroidered Portuguese needlepoint rug with beautiful floral design and nice colors with a brown field, entirely hand embroidered with wool on jute fou...
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Late 19th Century Portuguese Antique Aubusson Rugs and Carpets
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Wool
Beautiful Antique French Fine Needlepoint Tapestry
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Very beautiful late 19th century needlepoint tapestry with beautiful design of a scene of an elderly lady teaching a young girl to sew, and with beautiful natural colors, entirely an...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Aubusson Rugs and Carpets
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Wool
Antique French Rococo Noble Pastoral Style Tapestry Inspired by Francois Boucher
Located in Dallas, TX
76930 Late 19th Century Antique French Rococo Noble Pastoral Style Tapestry Inspired by Francois Boucher, Landscape Scene Verdure Wall Hanging. Drawing inspiration from Louis XV style and Francois Boucher Noble Pastorale...
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Late 19th Century European Antique Aubusson Rugs and Carpets
Materials
Wool, Silk
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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