Aubusson Tapestry

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The Cité internationale de la tapisserie in Aubusson (Creuse, France) opened in the former National School of Decorative Art in Aubusson entirely …

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Sep 13, 2022
An excellent educational experience in the art of tapestry design and manufacture. Covers the history and how a French royal decree standardised the level of craftsmanship and dedication needed to … Full review by Paula P
Sep 27, 2021
I thought average but my wife loved it. So may be not a blokes thing but it has excellent work inside - go and experience this Full review by michaelwoollard56
Aug 24, 2021
This was a lovely little museum, with a very nice guided tour (in French). It's well worth a visit. If you say you want to join the tour when you buy your tickets, you get a special ticket that als… Full review by Westcanada

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Hi Ririo, are there shops in the city where you can actually buy some aubusson pieces?
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Sure their are several shops selling Aubusson pieces. Besides of the Museum there are also some Places were you can see people working and producing Aubusson tapestry. One is …
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Sure their are several shops selling Aubusson pieces. Besides of the Museum there are also some Places were you can see people working and producing Aubusson tapestry. One is the last factory still in activity ( along the river) that can be visited and they have a sgghop. We had no time to go there but if you ask the tourist office they will tell you when and were.
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Answer by Henry O · Sep 14, 2016
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