I love the contemporary feel of this Aubusson hand woven throw pillow! The beachy tones of brown, black, yellow and beige fit in perfectly with any decor. This accent pillow is hand woven with taupe velvet piping trim and a matching velvet zippered back. This pillow also includes a removable down feather insert.

Dimensions: 16" x 24"

A little history about Aubusson tapestry.

Aubusson is well known for its tapestry and carpets, which have been famous throughout the world since the 14th century. Its origins were born with the arrival of weavers from Flanders, who took refuge in Aubusson around 1580. There is a famous collection of Aubusson tapestries at Vallon-Pont-d'Arc. The style of the tapestries produced has changed through the centuries, from scenes of green landscapes through to hunting scenes. In the 17th Century, the Aubusson and Felletin workshops were given "Royal Appointment" status. A downturn in fortunes came after the French revolution and the arrival of wallpaper. However, tapestry made something of a comeback during the 1930s, with artists such as Cocteau, Dufy, Dali, Braque, Calder and Picasso being invited to Aubusson to express themselves through the medium of wool. Aubusson tapestry still thrives today, preserving a range of traditional skills.