Beaux Arts furniture included chairs replicating models from the Renaissance and sofas inspired by Louis XIV. These pieces filled high-ceilinged rooms that featured tapestries fit for a medieval castle and were illuminated by crystal chandeliers reminiscent of those in European palaces. Leon Marcotte Company created furnishings for the White House mimicking the style of Louis XVI, while in France, cabinetmaker Louis Majorelle reproduced 18th-century pieces that would influence his later Art Nouveau style.
Students at the École des Beaux-Arts in 19th-century Paris meticulously sketched Roman and Greek art and architecture as part of a curriculum that elevated the classical world. This reverence for history informed the architecture and design being constructed in the French capital and beyond, where columns and pediments were joined with elements referencing the Renaissance and Baroque eras, culminating in grand civic buildings such as the Palais Garnier opera house constructed under Napoleon III.
Beaux Arts style, also known as Classical Eclecticism for its flamboyant mixing of influences, made its way to the United States in the late 19th century through American architects who studied in Paris, like Richard Morris Hunt and Charles Follen McKim. They designed monumental turn-of-the-century buildings like train stations, libraries, museums and mansions that featured soaring entry halls and grand stairways with nearly every surface embellished, from mosaic floors to stained-glass ceilings. The luxurious interiors of these Beaux Arts buildings, which weren’t crowded with objects as in the Victorian era, matched this spirit of opulence and embraced the past.
Find a collection of Beaux Arts decorative objects, lighting, wall decorations and other furniture on 1stDibs.
Aubusson tapestry woven by the Pinton workshop for the Moulin de Vauboyen.
By Raoul Dufy
Located in NEUILLY-SUR-SEINE, FR
The Parrots Aubusson tapestry woven by the Pinton workshop for the Moulin de Vauboyen. No. 4/8. Circa 1970. Raoul Dufy always demonstrated a genuine calling for the decorative arts...
Wool
Aubusson tapestry woven by the Legoueix workshop. Robert WOGENSKY
By Robert Wogensky
Located in NEUILLY-SUR-SEINE, FR
Robert WOGENSKY Vega Aubusson tapestry woven by the Legoueix workshop. Signed label (*bolduc*), no. 2/4. 1967. A member of the A.P.C.T. (Association of Tapestry Cartoon Painters),...
Wool
Aubusson tapestry woven by the Hecquet workshop. Jacques Cinquin
By Jacques Cinquin
Located in NEUILLY-SUR-SEINE, FR
Jacques CINQUIN The Clown Aubusson tapestry woven by the Hecquet workshop. Includes signed ribbon/seal; edition 1/1. 1974. Best known for his compositions centered on the circus—h...
Wool
Aubusson tapestry woven at the Pinton workshops Camille Hilaire
Located in NEUILLY-SUR-SEINE, FR
Camille HILAIRE The Firebird (*L’Oiseau de feu*) Aubusson tapestry woven at the Pinton workshops. Includes signed identification label. 1963. Drawn to large-scale formats and in...
Wool
Spectacular tapestry by Michel Degand
Located in NEUILLY-SUR-SEINE, FR
Michel Degand (1934–2021) Tapestry Mixed media, wool and silk Circa 1970–1980 Dimensions: H. 220 × W. 350 cm Biographical Information A major artist of the second half of the 20th ...
Tapestry
$932Sale Price / set|20% Off
Pair of Antique Needlepoint Bedside Carpets, Floral Design, 1988
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
Enjoyable embroidered tissues, suitable as large cushions with cheerful bouquets of flowers - nr. 361 - 362.
Wool, Cotton
$23,500
W 39 in L 90 in
1850s Blue Scene Pictorial Qing Chinese Silk Kesi Textile 3'3" x 7'6" Carpet Rug
Located in New York, NY
Mid 19th Century Chinese Silk Kesi Textile ( 3'3" x 7'6" - 99 x 229 ) Antique Chinese – Textile Medallion Flat Weave Rug, Country of Origin: China, Circa Date: 1850s. This extraordi...
Silk
$9,900
H 0.25 in W 96 in D 72 in
Vintage French Aubusson Tapestry, Hand-Woven Wool, Forest Scene, 72" x 96"
Located in Barrington, IL
A beautifully hand-woven French Aubusson tapestry in the style of 17th-century Verdure tapestries, created in 20th-century France. This timeless work of textile art features a serene nature scene, with birds perched on tree branches amidst a lush, tranquil forest. Woven in classic Verdure style, the tapestry showcases an exquisite palette of soft greens and blues, capturing the depth and serenity of the woodland landscape. The tapestry is backed with cloth and includes a sewn-in pocket for a display rod, making it ready for elegant hanging. The beautiful French Aubussion tapestry is stunning decorative piece that evokes the romantic charm and masterful craftsmanship of historic French weaving. Dimensions: 72" x 96" Date of Manufacture: Late 1900s Place of Origin: France Material: Wool Condition: Good The Persian Knot Gallery, SKU: 1974 Vintage Handwoven Tapestries, French Aubusson Tapestry, Aubusson Tapestry Pillows, European Embroidery,18th Century Antique French Tapestry, Large Wall Tapestry, Handwoven Tapestry, Modernist Tapestry, Mid Century Wall Tapestry, Antique Tapestry with Frame...
Wool
Beautiful Vintage Asian Dragon Embroidery
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Nice embroidery panel with dragon design entirely hand embroidered with silk on silk Dragon designs are on relief.
Silk
Bobyrug’s Beautiful Vintage Chinese Art Deco Little Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Exquisite Beijing Chinese rug adorned with a captivating design and vibrant colors. Meticulously hand-knotted with wool velvet on a cotton foundation. The intricate pattern, featurin...
Wool
$76,027
H 61.03 in W 118.12 in D 0.2 in
The Roosters by Jean Lurçat – Aubusson Tapestry, Pinton Frères Workshop - N 1575
Located in Paris, FR
Very Important Modern Handwoven French Tapestry The Roosters by Jean Lurçat – Aubusson, Pinton Frères Workshop Period: 20th century Condition: Excellent Material: Wool Width: 300 c...
Wool
$5,780Sale Price|20% Off
H 80.32 in W 60.24 in D 0.3 in
Antique French Tapestry Handwoven French Tapestry Verdure Scenic Tapestry
Located in New York, NY
This is a beautiful pictorial antique French tapestry created after William Morris, inspired by the famous mille fleurs tapestries of Cluny, Paris, and featuring a richly detailed ve...
Wool
$6,500
H 28 in W 38 in D 1 in
Aubusson Tapestry by Jean Lurcat - hand woven and signed - titled " AQUARIUS"
By Jean Lurçat
Located in Greenwich, CT
Jean LURÇAT (1892-1966) ‘Le Verseau or Aquarius’ from the series 'Les signes du Zodiaque' Hand woven wool Tapestry in Aubusson at Ateliers Picaud, 1960’s dimensions: 28 x38 inches ...
Wool
$7,877
H 75.99 in W 51.97 in D 0.3 in
Antique French Tapestry Handwoven French Tapestry Aubusson Verdure Tapestry
Located in New York, NY
Rare Antique French Tapestry Verdure Human Flirting Scene Beige after "Francois Boucher" "This is an outstanding one-of-a-kind handmade Antique French Aubusson Tapestry after "Franc...
Wool
$19,196Sale Price|20% Off
H 175 in W 120 in D 0.005 in
Antique Continental Needlepoint Rug, in Large Size, W/ Repeating Design
Located in New York, NY
Antique Continental Needlepoint Rug, in Large size, circa 1900. A one-of-a-kind antique Continental needlepoint rug, hand-knotted with soft wool pile. This lovely hand-knotted rug...
Wool
Antique Chinese Embroidery Textile 8" x 8"
Located in New York, NY
Antique Chinese Embroidery, Origin: China, Circa: Late 19th Century
Silk
Beautiful antique silk Japanese Embroidery « the tigers »
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Nice antique Japanese embroidery with beautiful design with tigers, and with nice natural colours in hues of yellow, green, brown and black , entirely...
Silk
French 1950's Aubusson Tapestry
Located in Greenwich, CT
Fine Aubusson 1950’s Tapestry designed by Simon Chaye and woven by Atelier Legoueix in Aubusson France - labeled, numbered and titled on back. Artistic ...
Wool
Suzani Turkoman Embroidery in Little Size for Table or Wall
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
B/1564 - Rare little sizes for this delicious Susani: for wall or table or back of the sofa.
Cotton
Tapestrie by Yvette Vincent, Alleaume, France, 1980
By Yvette Vincent-Alleaume
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
An unique tapestrie by Yvette Vincent- Alleaume entitled “the party". Wood, sisal, string. Tapestry in perfect condition and completely cleaned. Signed at the base, circa 1980. ...
Wool
Unique Tapestry by Yvette Vincent-Alleaume for ATA, 1983
By Yvette Vincent-Alleaume
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
An unique tapestry by Yvette Vincent-Alleaume for Atelier de tapisserie d 'Angers entitled "Marly". Unique piece. Perfect original conditions. Sig...
Wool
17th-Early 18th Century Flemish Pastoral Tapestry Prov. Christies NYC
Located in Stamford, CT
A 17th-early 18th century Flemish pastoral tapestry Prov. Christies NYC. This vibrant and colorful tapestry show lovers in a courtyard with trees and landscape. Recently re-backed an...