Antique French Handwoven Aubusson Tapestry, 1940s

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Discover the timeless elegance of this early 20th-century French Aubusson tapestry featuring a captivating design inspired by the 15th-century museum … Read more Discover the timeless elegance of this early 20th-century French Aubusson tapestry featuring a captivating design inspired by the 15th-century museum tapestry based on the series of famous tapestries in Cluny museum, "Dame à la licorne” (Lady with the Unicorn). Titled “L'ouïe ” (Hearing ), this tapestry from the series, The composition is more compact. This time the lion holds the banner and the unicorn the standard. The young woman, absorbed in her playing, wears a blue dress over a surcoat of precious fabric. The musical instrument is a portable organ called a "positive," placed on an oriental rug and adorned with sculptures of a lion and a unicorn. Woven finely with precision in wool at a renowned workshops in Aubusson, using a low warp (basse lisse) loom characteristic of Aubusson craftsmanship. Admire the beautiful colors that bring this piece. Elevate your space with the artistry and heritage woven into every thread. See less