18th Century French Aubusson Tapestry With Pastoral Landscape and Goats

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Decorate a large wall with this elegant, nearly square handwoven tapestry from Aubusson, France, circa 1760. The antique wall hanging … Read more Decorate a large wall with this elegant, nearly square handwoven tapestry from Aubusson, France, circa 1760. The antique wall hanging depicts a tranquil countryside scene complete with goats, a shepherd playing the flute, and architectural elements including a stone urn atop a pedestal surrounded by lush foliage, flowers, and trees. In the background, a gentle stream with ducks and a distant hilltop village adds a sense of depth and serenity. The composition is framed by its original floral arabesque border in warm rust, gold, and cream tones, complementing the soft greens, blues, and ochres of the pastoral landscape.
Aubusson tapestries represent the pinnacle of French weaving tradition. Originating in the Creuse region of central France, the Aubusson workshops flourished under royal patronage during the reign of Louis XIV. Renowned for their refined verdure and pastoral scenes, these handwoven textiles are executed on low-warp looms (“basse lisse”) using wool and silk to achieve extraordinary depth, tonal harmony, and naturalistic detail. Valued by European aristocracy for their beauty and grandeur, Aubusson tapestries remain enduring symbols of French craftsmanship and timeless elegance.
Executed in fine wool and silk, this 18th-century Aubusson textile exemplifies the refined artistry of France’s famed tapestry workshops, celebrated for their naturalistic scenes and rich tonal harmony. The piece is in excellent condition commensurate with age and use, retaining vivid color and clarity, and is backed with new canvas for stability.
Measures: 118" W x 111" H. See less