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79486 Vintage Chinese Aubusson Tapestry, 04'11 x 03'01.
The Pastoral Chateau: A Verdant Chinese Aubusson Tapestry of Baroque Reverie
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79486 Vintage Chinese Aubusson Tapestry, 04'11 x 03'01.
The Pastoral Chateau: A Verdant Chinese Aubusson Tapestry of Baroque Reverie
This handwoven wool vintage Chinese Aubusson tapestry unfolds like a private window into an idealized European landscape—an enchanted verdure scene rendered with painterly grace and aristocratic restraint. Rooted in Baroque and Rococo sensibilities, the composition evokes the cultivated fantasy gardens once favored by the European elite, where nature was not wild, but exquisitely composed. Every precious inch invites the viewer into a hushed pastoral world, designed not merely to decorate a wall, but to elevate the atmosphere of an entire interior.
The scene is anchored by luxuriant foliage that rises and intertwines across the tapestry’s surface, its layered leaves forming a theatrical proscenium. Within this verdant embrace emerges a romantic château, softly recessed into the distance, its architecture partially veiled by trees and flowering branches. A tranquil lake occupies the foreground, where two elegant swans glide in mirrored harmony—an enduring symbol of refinement, fidelity, and serenity. The careful orchestration of depth and scale creates a sense of slow discovery, as though the landscape reveals itself gradually with each glance.
Floral clusters and winding branches frame the scene with rhythmic movement, their soft curves and delicate blossoms echoing the ornamental language of Rococo design. Subtle shifts in tone and texture lend this exquisite work of art a dreamlike luminosity, balancing architectural clarity with organic abundance. The restrained border quietly contains the scene, allowing the imagery to breathe while reinforcing the tapestry’s role as a self-contained, immersive tableau.
Such Chinese-woven Aubusson verdure tapestries were commissioned for discerning collectors who sought European grandeur interpreted through exceptional craftsmanship. Rare and deeply evocative, this extraordinary masterpiece speaks to cultivated taste, historical awareness, and quiet prestige. It belongs in refined spaces—formal salons, libraries, or gallery-inspired interiors—where its presence communicates not excess, but legacy, discernment, and an intimate connection to centuries of decorative art tradition.
Abrash.
Handwoven wool.
Made in China.
Measures: 04'11 x 03'01.
Pile Height: 0.08 of an inch.
Date: 1960's. Mid-20th Century.
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- Dimensions
- 3′1″ × 4′11″ and 0.08″ thick
- Rug Construction
- Flatweave
- Pattern
- Botanical
- Period
- Mid 20th Century
- Country of Origin
- China
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Wool
- Condition
- Good Condition, Unknown, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Beige
- Condition Notes
- Abrash. Wear Consistent with Age and Use. If you require more information before purchasing please let us know. We do … moreAbrash. Wear Consistent with Age and Use. If you require more information before purchasing please let us know. We do our best to ensure that our photos are as true to color as possible as we know every individual may see these colors differently. less
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