Aubusson-style wool and silk rug 300×400 beige Obusson

The design

The layout follows the French Aubusson scheme: a pale centre, a rich field and a strict frame. An ivory oval medallion with a bouquet of roses sits in the middle, with small sprays scattered around it on a beige-sand ground. Acanthus scrolls reach towards the corners, framing full bouquets of powder-pink, cream and olive roses. Wreath medallions with ribbon-tied wheat sheaves are set on the long and short axes. The frame is double: a sand band with a leaf garland and a brown scalloped border.

Wool, silk and a carved pile

The rug is handmade from wool and silk. Wool gives a dense, springy pile, and silk threads add a soft sheen to the light parts of the design. The outlines of leaves, roses and scrolls are carved, so the pattern stands in relief and reads even in soft light.

Where it fits

The 300×400 cm format suits a large living room, a dining table for eight to ten or a hall. The same design in turquoise is Obusson turquoise 254×404 and the oval Obusson turquoise 250×350; a grey-beige version is Obusson ash 200×300. Other traditional patterns are in classic rugs, and hand-made pieces are among the handmade and designer rugs.

Care

Vacuum without a turbo brush, along the pile. Blot stains with a dry white cloth without rubbing; wet cleaning of wool and silk is best left to a professional rug cleaner. Turn the rug once a year so the pile wears evenly, and keep it out of direct sun.

Specifications

• Model: Obusson
• SKU: 59-24
• Size: 300×400 cm
• Shape: rectangle
• Material: wool, silk
• Colour: beige, sand, powder pink
• Production: handmade, China