Mid-Century French Jacquard Tapestry with Noble or Princely Hunt Scene, 1950s

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Discover the elegance of this exquisite French tapestry featuring a charming scene of a princely hunt. This tapestry depicts a … Read more Discover the elegance of this exquisite French tapestry featuring a charming scene of a princely hunt. This tapestry depicts a noble or princely hunting scene, typical of tapestries from Flanders or Aubusson from the 17th and 18th centuries. Nobles dressed in Renaissance fashion—wearing plumed hats, doublets, and high boots—ride richly adorned horses, accompanied by attendants or huntsmen with hunting dogs, set against a forested landscape with a distant village and a body of water, creating an atmosphere of a hunt’s departure or return that is more symbolic than realistic. This type of composition is often inspired by historical tapestries or Renaissance cartoons, notably those from the series “The Hunts of Maximilian” (16th century, designed by Bernard van Orley and woven in Brussels). They symbolized power, refinement, and courtly life through the theme of hunting, an activity reserved for the nobility. Woven at the renowned Jules Pansu manufacturer on a Jacquard loom with a blend of wool, acrylic, and cotton, this masterpiece dates back to the mid 20th century. Bring a touch of timeless beauty to your space with this finely crafted artwork.

Height: 55.52 in (141 cm)Width: 68.9 in (175 cm)Depth: 0.28 in (7 mm) See less