Size: Approximately 190 x 130 cm
Description:
A flat, pile-free jacquard tapestry, likely cotton/wool blend with a light green cotton backing. It bears two original labels:
– Les Tapisseries d’Halluin – Made in France
– A Gobelins label indicating the design is inspired by early 18th-century works in a traditional Flemish style.
Craftsmanship:
High-definition jacquard weave with hand-finished edges and backing, no fringe, with rolled edges and a top sleeve for hanging.
Design:
A Fête galante scene in Rococo style: two figures in a classical garden, with garlands, a stringed instrument, statues, and an architectural backdrop, framed by rich foliage with acanthus leaves and gold ornamentation.
Colors:
Saffron gold, burgundy/rust, forest and olive green, sky blue, pale pink, with dark borders enhancing depth.
Condition and Use:
Very good condition with strong colors. Ideal as a wall hanging for a living room or entryway, to be hung on a rod or with rings to distribute weight.