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A huge, framed Royal Paris vintage needlepoint tapestry of French artist Jean-Baptiste Huet's 'La Laitière' or The Milkmaid.
The large …
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A huge, framed Royal Paris vintage needlepoint tapestry of French artist Jean-Baptiste Huet's 'La Laitière' or The Milkmaid.
The large scale of the tapestry, substantial Belgian wood and plaster frame, and juxtaposition of bright and earthy colors make a statement piece of this needlepoint.
The left margin of the needlepoint is numbered 171-85. 'JB Huet' is printed along the lower margin, and Royal Paris along the right edge (see last photo). A small remnant of a label on the wooden frame reads 'Made in Belgium'.
Yarn colors include but are not limited to olive, army green, goldenrod, mustard, bright orange, blush, pink, raspberry, turquoise, lavender, and taupe.
JB Huet (1745-1811) was an eighteenth-century painter, engraver, and designer best known for his animal, nature, and pastoral scenes in the Rococo manner, influenced by François Boucher.
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- Dimensions
- 34ʺW × 2.25ʺD × 40ʺH
- Styles
- Figurative
- French
- Rococo
- Period
- Mid 20th Century
- Country of Origin
- Belgium
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Burlap
- Natural Fiber
- Plaster
- Wood
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Olive
- Condition Notes
- The needlepoint tapestry is in very good vintage condition, with all yarn intact. The inner linen mat of the frame … moreThe needlepoint tapestry is in very good vintage condition, with all yarn intact. The inner linen mat of the frame is spotted with discoloration typical of age. Some of the frame's plaster is chipped, most noticeably below the lower central medallion and at the lower left corner. Noted wear is visible in photos. less
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