Art Deco French Aubusson D.I.M.
Art Deco French Aubusson D.I.M. symbolizes the quest for innovation that characterized the early years of the Art Deco period. Much of the textile art from that era reflects this innovative spirit. René Joubert and Philippe Petit, two of the most creative artistes-décorateurs of the time, owned D.I.M. (Décoration Intérieure Moderne), a leading Parisian interior design firm. They designed for the most prestigious interiors, creating custom-made objects—ranging from figurative to abstract—to address specific requirements. They also collaborated with a host of designers to achieve their vision.
The progressive pattern of this Aubusson carpet departs completely from the traditional scheme. A ‘sunburst’ motif dominates the design, composed of four layers of helix-like devices arranged to create a sixteen-pointed star. The background color gradates from an aqua blue to a warm neutral to a halo of white, while additional rays further emphasize the radiating energy of the design.