Aubusson
noun
Au·bus·son
ˌō-bə-ˈsōⁿ 
: a figured scenic tapestry used for wall hangings and upholstery
also
: a rug woven to resemble Aubusson tapestry
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Designer Lauren Garrett sourced a 16th-century Aubusson tapestry from her own boutique Galerie Was, as a backdrop for the custom sofa.
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Vaishnavi Nayel Talawadekar, Architectural Digest, 27 Feb. 2025
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Vaishnavi Nayel Talawadekar, Architectural Digest, 27 Feb. 2025
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“Aubusson.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Aubusson. Accessed 30 Jun. 2025.
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