Aubusson-style rug
Furniture
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LOT 81
Aubusson-style rug
Lot Estimate Change Currency
ZAR 3 000 - 3 500
Selling Price
Incl. Buyer's Premium & VAT
Incl. Buyer's Premium & VAT
ZAR 3 844
Location
Cape Town
About this Item
Aubusson-style rug
the central field decorated with a repeating geometric lattice of foliate medallions, enclosed by a patterned and floral border
length: 281cm; width: 176cm
Notes
An Aubusson rug is a traditionally flat-woven carpet originating form the French town of Aubusson, characterized by pastel colours, floral motifs and Neo-classical designs. Dating back to the 15th century, these antique rugs were created for European royalty, featuring tapestry-like textures that are usually pileless, made with wool and sometimes silk.
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