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18th-Century French Aubusson Verdure Tapestry
18th-Century French Aubusson Verdure Tapestry
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This exquisite 18th-century French tapestry is both a verdure and an Aubusson, combining subject matter with origin to create a piece of exceptional history and beauty. The verdure style, named for the French word for greenery, is instantly recognizable in the lush woodland scene woven across the field. Rolling trees, abundant foliage, and a scattering of birds draw the eye toward the background, where a castle emerges through the branches. This detail is more than decoration, it evokes the aristocratic landscapes of the period, where nature and architecture were imagined in perfect harmony.
As an Aubusson tapestry, this piece carries the legacy of one of France’s most celebrated weaving centers. Nestled in central France, Aubusson workshops rose to prominence in the 17th century under royal patronage, producing textiles that adorned the grandest châteaux of Europe. Their mastery lay in transforming wool into vibrant pictorial scenes, with colors that mellowed over centuries into the soft greens, browns, and golds seen here. Works like this were not only decorative but also practical, serving to insulate stone walls while proclaiming the wealth and refinement of their owners
The borders are richly woven with scrolling acanthus, flowers, and classical ornaments. Among these motifs, heraldic eagles stand out, perched on stylized plinths as symbols of power, protection, and nobility. These flourishes frame the woodland view like the gilded edge of a painting, enhancing its grandeur and balance.
Centuries of history have left their mark, with softened colors and minor restorations expected for a piece of this age. Backed for stability, the tapestry presents beautifully today, ready to be displayed as a commanding wall hanging. At once decorative and historic, it embodies the dual identity of a verdure and an Aubusson a woven landscape that carried the romance of nature and the prestige of craftsmanship into the salons of 18th-century France.
Dimensions: 112 x 64 inchesÂ
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