TAPIS - Tapis d'Aubusson, France
Aubusson carpet
France, Mid 19th c.
Needlework, tapestry technique with woolen threads on a cotton foundation.
Wine red field with scrolls of flowers and foliage adorned with a large central medallion tobacco crowned with flowers inlaid with a second medallion ivory bouquet of polychrome flowers Large beige border with reserves of multicolored flowers forming four spandrels.
Beautiful polychromy. Beautiful freshness of colors.
Dimensions 288 x 255 cm
Oxidations, wear and restorations
