French Aubusson Rug by Stéphane Boudin of Jansen

Antique French Aubusson rug France, circa 1920 Handwoven.

Antique French Aubusson rug France, circa 1880 Handwoven.

Antique French Aubusson rug France circa 1920 Handwoven.

Antique French Aubusson rug France circa 1870 Handwoven.

Hand Woven Recreations of the classic French flat weave Aubusson rugs that have been found in the finest homes and palaces since the late 17th century. Situated on the banks of the R...

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...

Antique French Aubusson rug 12'7 x 16'2. Situated on the banks of the river Creuse in France Aubusson had been well-known for producing tapestries for centuries. It is claimed that t...

An antique circa 1850 French Aubusson rug 8'6x13'8. The central ivory medallion with wonderfully detailed floral emblems sits on a green field enclosed by a wonderful encroaching bor...