17th Century Flemish Tapestry Decorative Pillow With Botanical Motif

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17th century Flemish tapestry decorative pillow made from an authentic handwoven wool tapestry fragment. The textile features a botanical composition … Read more 17th century Flemish tapestry decorative pillow made from an authentic handwoven wool tapestry fragment. The textile features a botanical composition with repeating floral forms and scrolling foliage rendered in muted tones of green gold and soft red. Natural wear and fading give the surface a rich patina that reflects its age and history. Originally woven in Flanders present day Belgium this fragment once formed part of a larger decorative wall hanging created for European interiors. Flemish tapestries of this period were valued for their craftsmanship texture and visual depth. This historic fragment has been carefully preserved and professionally made into a decorative pillow with a later backing. Condition is good antique condition with age related wear consistent with seventeenth century textiles. This pillow works beautifully as a decorative accent in traditional and collected interiors See less