Mid-Century Handwoven Tapestry of Galloping Horse, Vintage Wall Art, 38" X 68"

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This stunning mid-century hand-woven tapestry captures the dynamic energy of a galloping horse in a composition of extraordinary vitality and … Read more This stunning mid-century hand-woven tapestry captures the dynamic energy of a galloping horse in a composition of extraordinary vitality and movement — rendered in vibrant earth-tone hues that shimmer with life and suggest the speed, power, and freedom of the horse in full gallop. The tapestry artist has used the limitations of the loom — the horizontal and vertical grid of warp and weft — to suggest movement and organic form through a masterful management of color and edge.

Horse tapestries of the mid-20th century represent a beloved and enduring subject in the European and American craft tapestry tradition — the horse as symbol of freedom, vitality, and the beauty of the natural world translated into the warmth and permanence of hand-woven wool. This piece works beautifully in equestrian-themed interiors, country homes, and any space that values the energy and beauty of large-format textile art.


Dimensions: 38" x 68"

Date of Manufacture: Mid 20th Century

Place of Origin: Europe

Material: Wool

Condition: Wear consistent with age and use


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