IMPORTANT AUBUSSON RUG (France, circa 1870.) Napoleon III period. Almond green field decorated with crenellated branches in volutes and stylised rings adorned with a central polylobed ivory medallion inlaid with a bouquet of polychrome flowers on a wide beige counter-front with strings of twisted garlands of flowers. Old rose border with interlacing cabochons inlaid with moulded shells. Tapestry technique. Needlework. Wool threads on cotton backing. L. 465 x W. 285 cm. (Oxidation, wear, accidents, stains)