Antique French Aubusson Rug 12'7 x 16'2

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...

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...

Massive antique French Palace size Aubusson rug, 19'9 x 49'. Now this is a special rug! Clearly it was a special commission when new. The room for...

Oversize antique French Aubusson rug carpet, circa 1890. Measures: 21' x 32'.. This ivory ground and delicate floral ornaments of th...

Oversize antique French Aubusson rug 15'5 x 18'. The Aubusson carpets of the second Empire period are often more elaborate and accomplished than their 18th century predecessors. The richness and complexity of ornaments is almost indescribable. The field here is strong rust nearly red and the border is dark blue. The ivory bouquet sub medallion is ringed by eight oval panels formed by three dimensional rococo shells. In turn this is tied to circular bands of violets and a rose chain. Complex floral swag garlands nearly cover the red spaces between medium blue spandrels with huge scrolls transition to the over scale bouquets latticed pendants...

Antique German hooked runner rug, circa 1900. An antique German hooked rug with a traditional Indian Agra design in a soft watermelon color with blues and greens. This is a rare exam...

Antique French Aubusson carpet, one of the finest tapestry, 19th century in excellent condition. Purchased from estate of Richard and Diane Fisher collection and reputed from estate ...

Antique French Aubusson rug France, circa 1880 Handwoven.

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...

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....

Antique France Aubusson rug France, circa 1880 Handwoven.

Antique French Aubusson rug France circa 1920 Handwoven.