Vintage Signed Aubusson Square Tapestry “Summer Light” by Matégot - Rug & Kilim

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This 7x7 vintage French Aubusson square tapestry titled “Summer Light”, handwoven in wool and based on a cartoon by Mathieu … Read more This 7x7 vintage French Aubusson square tapestry titled “Summer Light”, handwoven in wool and based on a cartoon by Mathieu Matégot (1910–2001), executed by the renowned Ateliers Pinton Frères. This piece reflects the modern artistic direction of Aubusson weaving in the 20th century, where traditional techniques meet expressive, painterly abstraction. Signed lower left “Matégot,” affirming its artistic attribution and collectible significance.

On the Design:

The composition is a vivid exploration of light, movement, and nature, rendered through a distinctly modernist lens. Unlike classical Aubusson works defined by symmetry and formal borders, this tapestry embraces a free-flowing, almost impressionistic abstraction. The field is animated by layered organic forms suggestive of foliage, branches, and filtered sunlight.

Vertical elements evoke tree trunks or shafts of light, while scattered, fragmented motifs create a sense of depth and spatial complexity. The composition feels immersive, almost like looking through a dense, sunlit landscape.

The palette is strikingly polychromatic, dominated by luminous greens and blues, contrasted with bursts of orange, yellow, and ivory. These bold color juxtapositions create a dynamic visual rhythm, reinforcing the theme of “Summer Light” through shifting tonal intensities and interplay between shadow and illumination.

Executed in a knotted stitch technique, the surface has a rich, tactile quality that enhances its painterly effect. The absence of a traditional border allows the composition to extend naturally to the edges, further emphasizing its contemporary artistic intent.

This tapestry stands as a compelling example of Aubusson’s evolution into a medium for modern art, where master weavers collaborated with influential designers like Matégot to reinterpret textile as a form of visual expression.

Condition:

This French Aubusson square Tapestry enjoys good condition for its age and origin – ideally intended for use in wall-hanging projects. See less