Rare and visually striking antique catalogue from the famed Grands Magasins du Louvre in Paris, showcasing a luxurious selection of French and Oriental rugs ("Tapis Français & d’Orient") through a series of richly coloured chromolithograph engravings. Likely produced around the Belle Époque period (circa 1890–1910), this promotional volume exemplifies the grandeur and sophistication of one of the world’s earliest and most opulent department stores. Each page features ornate rug designs framed in elegant decorative borders, reflecting the high-end textiles available to fashionable Parisian clientele at the time. A beautiful and highly collectible piece of commercial art and decorative history, ideal for framing, reference, or display in any interior design, textile, or antique collection. Sourced from an estate in Aix-en-Provence. dimensions: 11"W x 7.75"H
