Verdure Needlepoint Tapestry in the style of Aubusson, Belgium

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Classic Belgium / Flemish verdure tapestry a design that became hugely popular in Europe from the 17th century onwards. The … Read more Classic Belgium / Flemish verdure tapestry a design that became hugely popular in Europe from the 17th century onwards. The word verdure comes from the French for greenery, and thats exactly what these pieces celebrate lush landscapes, trees, and nature in full abundance. Here you can see a richly detailed woodland scene, with exotic birds and layered foliage creating real depth balmost like a painted landscape, but entirely woven by hand Bought from a dealer at the Jeu De Balle market in Brussels. Originally, tapestries like this werent just decorative they were practical. They insulated cold stone walls in grand houses while also signalling wealth and sophistication. By the 18th and 19th centuries, these designs evolved into more romantic, decorative pieces like this example perfect for adding warmth and texture to an interior. Today, a tapestry like this works beautifully as wall art bringing colour, history, and a sense of timeless elegance into a space. Dimensions are in inches (CM): Width x Depth x Height 60 (152.4) x 48 (121.9) See less