Definitions for "Aubusson"
A large central rounded medallion center, French in design.
French tapestries produced in the town of the same name
Town in central France famous for its carpets and fabrics since the 16thC. Aubusson tapestry-woven carpets in LOUIS XVI and EMPIRE styles were widely used in the late 18th and 19th centuries. Aubusson tapestries with scenes from the fables of La Fontaine and contemporary prints were popular in the 18thC. Interest was revived this century with designs from artists such as Raoul Dufy and Graham Sutherland.