The Sunken Nave Tapestry from Aubusson, 1930s

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Introducing a Stunning Mid Century Aubusson Tapestry We're delighted to present this exquisite Aubusson tapestry, meticulously crafted and hand woven. … Read more Introducing a Stunning Mid Century Aubusson Tapestry We're delighted to present this exquisite Aubusson tapestry, meticulously crafted and hand woven. This masterpiece features a captivating design by the renowned artist Allain Hieronimus, whose name is elegantly inscribed at the bottom of the tapestry. And the design "La nef engloutie " ( the sunken nave ) Beautiful decorative tapestry depicting The Sunken Ship, a work by Allain Hieronimus. This richly detailed piece immerses you in a fantastical and dreamlike underwater world. The scene features a mythological figure, half-man and half-sea creature, surrounded by marine life (fish, jellyfish, seaweed) and a sunken shipwreck. The deep colors (blues, greens, ochres) and luminous contrasts give the composition great depth and character. The style is both symbolic and slightly surreal. Framed by a graphic border, the tapestry is signed in the lower right corner and displays the title “La Nef Engloutie” along the bottom. See less