Création & production de tapisserie
Atelier A.KONOMI
An Independent Tapestry Workshop in Aubusson
Tapestry has long been part of Europe’s decorative arts. Aubusson is especially known for its production, with a history going back to the 15th century.
Recognized as a unique, high-quality craft, Aubusson tapestry was added to UNESCO’s Intangible Cultural Heritage list in 2009 and has held a Protected Geographical Indication since 2018.
For centuries, tapestries decorated castles and cathedrals. Today, Atelier A.KONOMI makes custom pieces designed to fit beautifully into modern or traditional interiors.
Atelier A.KONOMI weaves tapestries for the 21st century.
Original creation
At Atelier A.KONOMI, Aiko Konomi designs and crafts original pieces signed with her own name.
Using well-known Japanese and French motifs, she captures little scenes of everyday life in tapestry.
In a small-format series, the rabbit from Japan’s earliest picture scrolls (Chōjū-giga) meets the rabbit from the medieval tapestry The Lady and the Unicorn amid mille-fleurs, and the two embark on various shared moments.
This series can be read as the story of a person who lives within both Japanese and French cultures.
La Sieste de Mei et Totoro
In July 2026, the tapestry “La Sieste de Mei et Totoro” was unveiled in Aubusson. Atelier
A.KONOMI was delighted to take part in this collaborative project.
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With Galerie Jabert at the Salon International du Patrimoine Culturel
From October 29 to November 1, 2026, I will be taking part in the Salon International du Patrimoine Culturel at the Carrousel du Louvre in Paris, at the invitation of Galerie Jabert.
At their stand, I will present several of my original tapestries and give live demonstrations of traditional Aubusson tapestry weaving on a low-warp loom. This will be the first time my original creations are exhibited outside my atelier!
I am very happy and honoured to have this opportunity. Many thanks to Galerie Jabert for their kind invitation and trust. And I must admit, I am also a little nervous about taking my tapestries to Paris!
I look forward to meeting you there!
Practical information
- Dates: October 29 – November 1, 2026
- Venue: Carrousel du Louvre, 99 rue de Rivoli, Paris
- Galerie Jabert: Salle Gabriel, stand C6
- Weaving demonstrations: 11 am – 6 pm
Opening hours: Thursday and Sunday, 10 am – 6 pm; Friday and Saturday, 10 am – 7 pm.
Nuit du Patrimoine: Thursday, October 29, 7 pm – 10 pm (invitation only).