Aubusson Wall Decorations
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.
1980s French Vintage Aubusson Wall Decorations
Natural Fiber
2010s Chinese Aubusson Wall Decorations
Wool
2010s Indian Aubusson Wall Decorations
Wool
17th Century Chinese Antique Aubusson Wall Decorations
Wool
17th Century Chinese Antique Aubusson Wall Decorations
Wool
17th Century Chinese Antique Aubusson Wall Decorations
Wool
17th Century Chinese Antique Aubusson Wall Decorations
Wool
17th Century Chinese Antique Aubusson Wall Decorations
Wool
17th Century Chinese Antique Aubusson Wall Decorations
Wool
17th Century Chinese Antique Aubusson Wall Decorations
Wool
17th Century Chinese Antique Aubusson Wall Decorations
Wool
17th Century Chinese Antique Aubusson Wall Decorations
Wool
Late 19th Century French Antique Aubusson Wall Decorations
Wool, Silk
Late 19th Century French Antique Aubusson Wall Decorations
Wool, Cotton
Mid-20th Century French Aubusson Wall Decorations
Wool, Silk
Mid-20th Century French Aubusson Wall Decorations
Wool, Cotton
Mid-18th Century French Antique Aubusson Wall Decorations
Silk
Early 20th Century French Aubusson Wall Decorations
Wool, Cotton, Silk
Mid-20th Century Aubusson Wall Decorations
Wool
Early 20th Century French Aubusson Wall Decorations
Silk, Wool
Early 20th Century French Aubusson Wall Decorations
Wool, Silk
Early 1900s French Antique Aubusson Wall Decorations
Wool, Silk
Late 20th Century French Aubusson Wall Decorations
Wool, Cotton
1960s French Vintage Aubusson Wall Decorations
Wool
1960s French Vintage Aubusson Wall Decorations
Wool
1650s French Antique Aubusson Wall Decorations
Wool, Silk
1780s French Antique Aubusson Wall Decorations
Wool
1860s French Antique Aubusson Wall Decorations
Wool, Silk
17th Century French Antique Aubusson Wall Decorations
Tapestry
1940s French Vintage Aubusson Wall Decorations
Wool
1850s French Antique Aubusson Wall Decorations
Wool, Silk
17th Century French Antique Aubusson Wall Decorations
Wool, Silk
1980s French Vintage Aubusson Wall Decorations
Wool
Mid-20th Century French Aubusson Wall Decorations
Wool, Cotton
Mid-19th Century French Antique Aubusson Wall Decorations
Wool, Silk
Mid-19th Century French Antique Aubusson Wall Decorations
Wool, Canvas
Early 19th Century French Antique Aubusson Wall Decorations
Wool, Silk
Early 20th Century French Aubusson Wall Decorations
Wool, Cotton
Early 20th Century French Aubusson Wall Decorations
Wool, Silk
1970s French Vintage Aubusson Wall Decorations
Wool, Cotton
17th Century Chinese Antique Aubusson Wall Decorations
Wool
Mid-20th Century French Aubusson Wall Decorations
Wool, Cotton
Early 20th Century French Aubusson Wall Decorations
Cotton, Wool
18th Century Antique Aubusson Wall Decorations
Wool
Mid-20th Century French Aubusson Wall Decorations
Cotton
Mid-20th Century French Aubusson Wall Decorations
Cotton
Early 20th Century French Aubusson Wall Decorations
Wool, Silk
Mid-20th Century French Aubusson Wall Decorations
Wool, Cotton, Silk
Mid-20th Century French Aubusson Wall Decorations
Wool, Cotton
Mid-20th Century French Aubusson Wall Decorations
Cotton, Silk
Mid-20th Century French Aubusson Wall Decorations
Wool, Silk
Mid-20th Century French Aubusson Wall Decorations
Wool, Cotton
1750s French Antique Aubusson Wall Decorations
Wool, Silk
Late 18th Century French Antique Aubusson Wall Decorations
Wool
Mid-20th Century French Aubusson Wall Decorations
Wool, Cotton
Mid-20th Century French Aubusson Wall Decorations
Wool, Cotton
Late 19th Century French Antique Aubusson Wall Decorations
Wool, Silk
Late 19th Century French Antique Aubusson Wall Decorations
Wool, Silk