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What do tapestries symbolize?
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What tapestries symbolize is largely a matter of individual interpretation. Because early examples graced the walls of palaces and grand estates, many people associate them with wealth, royalty, power and prestige. Individual tapestries may symbolize different themes based on the images and symbols that they display. For example, art historians believe the medieval Lady and the Unicorn tapestries represent the five human senses: sight, hearing, taste, touch and smell. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of tapestries.
1stDibs ExpertMay 14, 2024
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Japanese Antique "BORO" 1800s-1860s / Rag Tapestry Patchwork Textile Wabisabi
Located in Chōsei District Nagara, JP
This is an old Japanese BORO, dating back to the late Edo period (1800s–1860s). It is an extremely valuable textile that has been carefully preserved and passed down to the present d...
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Antique Mid-19th Century Japanese Edo Tapestries
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Fabric
Flemish Tapestry 17th– The Refusal of Vashti and Elevation of Esther
By Flemish
Located in Paris, FR
Flemish Tapestry, 17th Century, The Refusal of Vashti and the Elevation of Esther
Period: 17th century
Condition: Excellent antique condition
Material: Wool & Silk
Width: 370 cm
Hei...
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Antique 17th Century French French Provincial Tapestries
Materials
Wool, Silk
Japanese Antique Rag "BORO" 1800s-1860s / Abstract Art Wabi Sabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is an exceptional example of a Japanese *BORO* textile, dating from the late Edo period (1800s–1860s). Carefully preserved over generations, it embodies both the resourcefulness...
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Antique Mid-19th Century Japanese Edo Tapestries
Materials
Fabric
Mid-Century Modern Style Chaco Cotton Wall Tapestry
By AIREDELSUR
Located in Buenos Aires, AR
This dramatic wall hanging is an impressive statement piece for almost any room.Custom sizes and others colors available by request.
Each piece is completely made to order and is ava...
Category
2010s Argentine Other Tapestries
Materials
Cotton
Japanese Antique Paper Wabi-Sabi Washi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This rare shichou-maku (paper-hung curtain) was crafted during Japan’s Meiji period (late 19th to early 20th century).
It was originally used in sericulture rooms—spaces dedicated ...
Category
Antique Early 19th Century Japanese Edo Tapestries
Materials
Paper
Wonderful Vintage French screen printed by hand Tapestry “fountain concert”
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Discover the elegance of this mid-century French screen-printed by hand tapestry featuring the exquisite design of a medieval museum tapestry titled “fountain concert “
This tapestr...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Medieval Tapestries
Materials
Wool, Cotton, Linen
$1,610 Sale Price
20% Off