Manufacture Royale d'Aubusson - Tapestry - 2.5 m - 1.2 m - Pastoral landscape
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18th-century Aubusson tapestry titled Paysage pastoral, woven in wool and silk by Manufacture Royale d'Aubusson, measuring 2.50 by 1.20 metres, in good condition with some wear and stains from age.
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18th-century Aubusson tapestry – Pastoral landscape with shepherd
This 18th-century Aubusson tapestry, woven in wool and silk, delicately illustrates the refined taste of French manufactories for idealized pastoral landscapes that marked decorative aesthetics under Louis XV. Through its subtle chromatic harmony of golden yellow, tender greens, warm browns, and bluish tints, it perfectly embodies the countryside serenity sought by connoisseurs of the period.
In the foreground, a large tree with a broad canopy, rendered with a very pictorial sense of volume, dominates the scene. Its lush foliage filters the light, creating a play of shadow and brightness that adds depth and intimacy to the landscape. Under this canopy, a shepherd dressed in a red coat is seated near his flock. He holds a pastoral staff and seems to be contemplating the surrounding countryside: a suspended moment, characteristic of the 18th-century taste for Arcadian nature and idealized rustic life.
Basically, the scene opens on a bright landscape or a winding river flowing peacefully. Soft vegetation is accompanied by hills bathed in light. A castle, a church, an arched bridge, and a few buildings enrich the narrative depth.
Around the central tableau, a wide frame decorated with scrolls, drapes, flowers, and foliage enhances the effect of a wall painting. These richly drawn borders, blending ribbons, bouquets, and rocaille motifs, are typical of Aubusson in the 18th century and contribute to the theatricality of the composition.
The scene embodies the typical pastoral paradise of Louis XV, a vision of peaceful, idealized countryside where man lives in harmony with nature. This type of tapestry, decorative yet also philosophical, reflected the elites' taste for the pastoral spirit inspired by ancient poets and reimagined by rococo sensibility.
With its elegant size, the serenity of its composition, and the subtlety of its harmonies, this tapestry was most likely intended for a refined aristocratic or bourgeois interior. It still retains its decorative and poetic power today and will enrich a classic living room, a historic residence, or a collection specializing in ancient textiles.
Provenance: private collection.
18th-century Aubusson tapestry – Pastoral landscape with shepherd
This 18th-century Aubusson tapestry, woven in wool and silk, delicately illustrates the refined taste of French manufactories for idealized pastoral landscapes that marked decorative aesthetics under Louis XV. Through its subtle chromatic harmony of golden yellow, tender greens, warm browns, and bluish tints, it perfectly embodies the countryside serenity sought by connoisseurs of the period.
In the foreground, a large tree with a broad canopy, rendered with a very pictorial sense of volume, dominates the scene. Its lush foliage filters the light, creating a play of shadow and brightness that adds depth and intimacy to the landscape. Under this canopy, a shepherd dressed in a red coat is seated near his flock. He holds a pastoral staff and seems to be contemplating the surrounding countryside: a suspended moment, characteristic of the 18th-century taste for Arcadian nature and idealized rustic life.
Basically, the scene opens on a bright landscape or a winding river flowing peacefully. Soft vegetation is accompanied by hills bathed in light. A castle, a church, an arched bridge, and a few buildings enrich the narrative depth.
Around the central tableau, a wide frame decorated with scrolls, drapes, flowers, and foliage enhances the effect of a wall painting. These richly drawn borders, blending ribbons, bouquets, and rocaille motifs, are typical of Aubusson in the 18th century and contribute to the theatricality of the composition.
The scene embodies the typical pastoral paradise of Louis XV, a vision of peaceful, idealized countryside where man lives in harmony with nature. This type of tapestry, decorative yet also philosophical, reflected the elites' taste for the pastoral spirit inspired by ancient poets and reimagined by rococo sensibility.
With its elegant size, the serenity of its composition, and the subtlety of its harmonies, this tapestry was most likely intended for a refined aristocratic or bourgeois interior. It still retains its decorative and poetic power today and will enrich a classic living room, a historic residence, or a collection specializing in ancient textiles.
Provenance: private collection.
Details
Era
1400-1900
Over 200 years old
Yes
Title additional information
Pastoral landscape
Material
Silk, Wool
Manufacturer/ Brand
Manufacture Royale d'Aubusson
Country of Origin
France
Height
2.5 m
Width
1.2 m
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Estimated period
18th century
