an antique rug with a floral design on a black background
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80 - Important AUBUSSON RUG, France Late 19th century, Napoleon I…
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Estimate €2,500 - €3,000
Description
Important AUBUSSON RUG, France Late 19th century, Napoleon III period. Dimensions: 700 x 380 cm. Probably a special commission (rounded corners, for columns, pillars or boats?) Needlework. Tapestry technique. Wool threads on a cotton ground. Pale green field decorated with garlands of stylised polychrome flowers and foliage, adorned with a very large central crenellated medallion creating the effect of a mirror or picture frame, set with a bouquet of polychrome flowers and foliage surrounded by a floral wreath. Some oxidation and wear. Restored.
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About the sale Collectors’ rugs, tapestries
Auction location
Auction time 06/24/2026 at 2:30 PM
Ref. : V8031 -
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