Flemish Verdure Tapestry, circa 1700

French 19th Century Verdure Tapestry 5'7 x 9'1. A charming example of 19th-century French craftsmanship, this wool and silk verdure tapestry features a tranquil woodland scene, cente...

Antique French Aubusson rug, circa 1890. Aubusson carpets are pile less and tapestry woven from that town to the southwest of Paris, by a group of independent weavers working under Royal or State protection. The designs are strictly classical, neoclassical or Victorian. They are virtually never “oriental”. The pattern wefts are wool with silk and/or metal thread for details in the more finely woven examples. Sizes tend toward the squarish and pieces 30’ by 30’ are not unknown. The 18th-19th century French clients included the nobility and haute bourgeoisie. Aubusson carpets were also exported to England and are often to be found in country houses. Light colors are the most popular and dark toned pieces are very rare. Besides traditional Louis furniture...

A Flemish verdure landscape tapestry panel from the 18th century, featuring a verdant scene with large trees and various foliage and including a lake. Enclosed within a stylized bord...

A Flemish verdure landscape tapestry from the 17th century, picturing a finely detailed verdant landscape setting, with several bushes and flowers in an idyllic locale. Enclosed with...