A magnificent five-piece carved walnut parlor suite in the Louis XV-style richly upholstered in exceptional and rare handwoven Aubusson tapestries depicting several of Aesop's fables. The set includes two arm chairs, two side chairs and a canape each finely carved with Rococo decoration. The superb Aubusson tapestries tell the tales of human follies on the seats and backs. Long recognized for their superb weaving, Aubusson tapestries are becoming increasingly difficult to find in such pristine condition. A set such as this was incredibly expensive to produce and would have been available to only a few affluent customers. The combination of the artistry of both the ebeniste and the weaver make this quite a remarkable set.

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