French Toile Wall Hanging Tapestry Harbor Scene 18 Century

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This splendid toile from the 17 hundreds shows a very elaborate decor of Boats , landscape and architectural elements extremely … Read more This splendid toile from the 17 hundreds shows a very elaborate decor of Boats , landscape and architectural elements extremely detailed and fine , it is printed in light fin linen all this let us think that we are here in presence a toile de Nantes, that was some of the best produce in France , the scenes are directly inspired by the painter Claude Joseph Vernet ( 1714 - 1789 ) famous for his harbor scenes and antique building showing trade scenes , here it is was we call a Turquerie as it represent people with turbans style that is more rare than chinoiserie , anyway all this to say that it s a splendid piece were you see different details every time you look at it . Transform as a wall hanging sometime during the 18 hundreds , size 77 " H on 60 " W. This piece in the french classic style will bring a unique elegance to any interior See less