Silk Wall Decorations

Very beautiful late 19th century Aubusson tapestry with a beautiful design and colors, wool and silk woven on cotton foundation. Initially made as a seated chair cover...

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A Set of 8 framed embroidery fragments. First the fragments are hand backed on linen and strutted on wooden stretchers and finish with wooden frames.

Iwase Hirotaka (1808-1877) Koi and Water Plants Hanging scroll, ink, color, gold wash and gold flecks on silk Inscription: Hirotaka Seal: Ille...

Kano Osanobu (狩野養信) Osanobu Kano (born August 18, 1796; died June 12, 1846) was the ninth painter of the Kobikicho Kano School in the Edo period. His common name was Shozaburo. His father was Naganobu KANO, and Tadanobu KANO was his son. His Go (pen name) was Osanobu Seisenin, Kaishinsai, and Gyokusen. Brief Personal History He was born the eldest son of Naganobu ISENIN during the Edo period. He was first sent to serve at Edo Castle at the age of 15, and it appears that he was apparently pushed by his father to perform various public tasks for the Kanon School. He kept a diary for 36 years, starting from the day before he first went into service at Edo Castle until the day before he died. The diary is entitles "Official Service Diary" (it consists of 52 volumes that are maintained at the Tokyo National Museum, and 4 volumes that are separately maintained at the different families), and have become the focus of a lot of attention in recent years for the detailed information they present on the daily life and work of a prestigious official painter. The reading of the characters of his name was originally "Takenobu"; however, with the birth of the first son of the Shongun Ieyoshi TOKUGAWA in 1813, whose name was Takechiyo, having a sylable with the same pronunciation of "Take"was deemed to be inappropriate, and was therefore changed to "Osanobu". Because Takenobu died the following year, after which he was referred to as Gyokujuin, Osanobu changed his pen name Gyokusen he had used until that point to Seisenin, in order to avoid using the same Chinese charcter pronounced alike. In 1819, he attained the second highest rank for a Buddhist priest, Hogen, and assumed the role of head of the family after his father passed away in 1828. In 1834 he attained the highest rank for a Buddhist priest, Hoin. He oversaw the rennovation of the wall paintings of Nishinomaru Palace of Edo Castle from 1838 to 1839, and Honmaru Palace of it from 1844 to 1846. It is thought that Osanobu later died due to the fatigue...

A French Aubusson historical tapestry from the late 17th century, depicting Aeneas relating his adventures to Dido, from 'The Story of Dido and Aeneas'...

First the fragment has been hand backed on a linen fabric, then stretched over a wooden stretcher and finished with a wooden frame. E 20th C. Uzbekistan. Ready to go on a wall. Fram...

Charming Japanese Showa period two-panel folding byobu screen featuring an embroidered silk picture of beautiful gift boxes. Stunning pattern of Hanaguruma (flower cart) laden with d...

Handwoven in Aubusson, France in the 19th Century, this lovely Tapestry features a nobleman and noblewoman on a stroll through the forest in a classic Millefleur background and it ha...

73014 Antique French Silk Aubusson Tapestry, 05'00 x 07'00. Late 19th Century French Silk Aubusson Tapestry Masterpiece of Rococo Elegance. French Aubusson tapestries are exquisite h...

Exquisite late 19th-century French needlepoint tapestry originally from a chair cover but can be also use for cushions, or frames. Adorned with a captivating floral design from the N...

Very beautiful 20th century Aubusson tapestry with a design of tapestries from 18th or 18th centuries, with the nature and with trees with bird and the river, a country house behind,...

First the fragment has been hand backed on a linen fabric, then stretched over a wooden stretcher and finished with a wooden frame. Late 19th C. Tajikstan Ready to go on a wall. Fra...

19th century Chinese silk painting. Framed and matted. Features scene of Chinese characters in a ceremony. Beautiful muted colors of green, red, ...

American sampler of silk floss on linen with a modest zig-zag border framing an uppercase letter alphabet, followed by a cursive alphabet, a lower case alphabet, and the numerals one...

✨ Add a bold and authentic touch to your home with this vintage handmade Suzani embroidery from Uzbekistan, Central Asia. This beautiful textile features traditional needlework with ...

Fine 17th century Baroque period silk and metallic thread embroidery panel. Excellent vibrant colors of bold burgundy, pale cream and beautiful, elegant teal with a border of textur...

An exquisite mid-19th century hand-embroidered Termeh Suzani textile from Kerman, one of Persia’s oldest and most culturally rich cities. This elegant piece, dating to circa 1850, is...

First the fragment has been hand backed on a linen fabric, then stretched over a wooden stretcher and finished with a wooden frame. Late 19th C. Uzbekistan Ready to go on a wall. Fr...

Discover the timeless elegance of this early 20th-century extremely fine French Aubusson tapestry featuring a captivating design of a village. This tapestry depicts a peaceful rural...

Monumental Chinese Qing ancestor scroll portrait painting of a high ranking official or Imperial court matriarch. Features a intricately decorated Min...

An antique 18th century French Beauvais landscape verdure tapestry, size 12'1 H x 10'1 W. This tapestry features a group of birds in a verdant woodland setting near a bridge, with th...

A Japanese Kesa (Monk's Vestment) made from thirteen columns of patchworks of shimmering woven brocades. The elaborate motifs feature repetitive elaborat...

American marking sampler, featuring five sample alphabets and a numerical progression in contrasting styles and stitch. The sampler was stitched by Anna Woodbury, born 1839, and assi...

Period: 17th century Style: Rome and Antic Greece Condition: Perfect condition Material: Wool Width: 465 cm Height: 307 cm Depth: 1 cm In keeping with tradition, this magnificent ta...

An exquisite Japanese embroidery piece circa end of 19th-early 20th century of Meiji period. The silk panel depicts an idyllic water scenery, in which three mandarin ducks swim in th...

Fine Scottish silk-on-linen sampler worked by Elizabeth Muir, aged 13 years, Burton, September 8, circa 1822, of East Lothian parish, featuring alphabet and number panels above paren...

Very beautiful and fine Aubusson tapestry with a nice design of the royal court with knights, and very beautiful colors, entirely and finely handwoven with wool and silk, at the famo...

-A brussels tapestry of Marc Antony and Cleopatra, After designs by Charles Poerson (1609–1667), second half 17th century -Property from a Midwest Educati...

A massive Japanese embordered tapestry professionally displayed in a custom acrylic shadow box. The fine work of textile art is dated to 1890-1920s, late Meiji (1868-1912) or possibl...

In the late 17th century, Brussels tapestry weavers achieved remarkable heights of artistry and technique, exemplified by a fine tapestry from circa 1680 that vividly depicts a dramatic battle scene. This masterpiece, crafted from a blend of silk and wool, showcases a rich array of colors—primarily blues, greens, and reds—that create a visually arresting narrative. The central motif of the tapestry is a dynamic and detailed battle scene, where the vibrant hues of blues, greens, and reds intertwine to convey the intensity and chaos of the conflict. The blues range from deep, somber tones that suggest a foreboding sky or tumultuous waters, to lighter, almost ethereal shades that might evoke a sense of movement or distance. Greens provide a lush, verdant backdrop, perhaps representing a forested terrain or rolling hills, and contrast strikingly with the reds that highlight the uniforms of the soldiers, the banners they bear, or the flashes of conflict. The tapestry’s execution in silk and wool adds a luxurious texture and depth to the image. The silk contributes a lustrous sheen to the colors, enhancing their vibrancy and making the reds particularly vivid. The wool, with its more subdued texture, provides a rich, tactile quality that adds to the overall grandeur of the piece. Framing this central battle tableau is an intricately detailed border that serves as both a decorative and narrative element. This border features a lively array of figures, fruits, and birds, rendered with the same meticulous attention to detail as the central scene. The figures, often depicted in an elegant and somewhat theatrical style, may include allegorical or mythological characters, adding layers of symbolism and context to the tapestry. The fruits, depicted in lush, vibrant colors, provide a contrast to the intensity of the battle, symbolizing abundance and prosperity. Birds, possibly rendered in mid-flight or perched gracefully, enhance the sense of movement and liveliness that permeates the artwork. The border’s detailed design serves to frame the central action, drawing the viewer's eye inward and providing a harmonious balance to the overall composition. It is not merely a decorative element but an integral part of the tapestry, enriching the narrative and adding to its visual complexity. In its entirety, this Brussels tapestry from the late 17th century stands as a testament to the skill and artistry of its creators. Its use of color, texture, and detailed border elements reflects the opulence and sophistication of the period, making it a significant example of the era's weaving artistry and a captivating portrayal of historical and artistic grandeur. The Battle of Cannae: Hannibal's Masterstroke The Battle of Cannae, fought in 216 BC during the Second Punic War, is one of the most celebrated and studied military engagements in history. The conflict took place between the forces of Carthage, led by the brilliant general Hannibal Barca, and the Roman...

Suzani, a Central Asian term for a specific type of needlework, is also the broader name for the hugely popular decorative pieces of textile that feature this needlework in vivid col...

Pierre Adrien Chabal-DUSSURGEY (1819-1902) Designer - BEAUVAIS TAPESTRY MANUFACTORY Maker - Important Antique Louis XVI style floral tapestry settee back fragment - the floral tapestry finely woven in wool and silk threads with garlands and swags and tassels - all centered by a powder blue ground cartouche with white roses within an oval frame - suitable for framing - France - circa 1855. Excellent antique condition - minor fading and loss - areas of wear/thinning - no apparent restoration - minor stains and soiling with signs of age and use. Size/dimensions - 35" (91.5 cm.) wide x 24" (61 cm.) high. Pierre Adrien Chabal-DUSSURGEY - born Pierre Adrien Chabal in 1819 in Charlieu and adopting the professional name of CHABAL-DUSSURGEY - well known for his paintings and studies of flowers in gouache and oils - attended the School of Fine Arts in Lyon - exhibited at the Paris and Lyon salons - he worked with the Gobelins Tapestry Manufactory and the Beauvais Tapestry Manufactory after 1849 designing tapestries, rugs and tapestry covers for seating - he designed tapestries for the Élysée Palace and worked with Empress Eugenie on furnishings for the small salon at the Élysée Palace and two salons in the palace of the Empress in Biarritz - tapestry covered furniture...

Period: 19th century Style: Romance Condition: Perfect Material: Wool & Silk Width: 216 cm Height: 157 cm Depth: 0.5 cm In keeping with tradition, this magnificent tapestry has unde...

First the fragment has been hand backed on a linen fabric, then stretched over a wooden stretcher and finished with a wooden frame. Early 20th Century, Russia Ready to go on a wall. ...

Extraordinary contemporary Japanese centuries-old traditional extremely detailed handcrafted decorative art form using high quality silk and brocade fabrics, known as oshie (literall...

A vibrant celebration of spring using a colorful ensemble of coxcomb, irises, lilies, hybiscus, and a blossoming cherry tree. Great examples of "tarashikomi" or "painting-in", a Rim...

Exquisite late 19th-century French needlepoint tapestry originally from a chair cover but can be also use for cushions, or frames. Adorned with a captivating floral design from the N...

Nice antique Chinese embroidery with beautiful design with flowers, birds and butterflies, and with nice natural colours with a red background, entirely hand embroidered with silk, w...

a fine 16th century Italian renassaince embroidery Very beautiful velvet and silk embroidery Very beautiful frieze at the bottom beautiful floral decoration It has its own linen lin...

Early 19th Century Chinese Silk Embroidery ( 3' x 3'7" - 91 x 110 ) Antique Chinese – Textile Blue 1825 Rug, Circa Date: 1825. This exceptional piece is not a woven carpet but a fin...

Embroidered Uzbek Suzani framed in a lucite box. Beautiful suzani hand-stitched Turkish designs with silk in traditional patterns and vibrant pink, fuschia black and ivory colors. The suzani features a row of three medallions flowers within an ornate grid, all sitting on a bed of plum pink color. The naif design of flowers and birds is simple and bold, and yet elaborate and ornate. This amazing embroidery piece comes ready to hang in a lucite presentation frame. This framed Suzani...

Flemish French Tapestry (Manufactury of Flandres) 17th century - Greenery with Owl - H2m70xL2m25 - No. 1430 Clean, revised and lined with velcro A stone's throw from the Eiffel Towe...

Suzani, a Central Asian term for a specific type of needlework, is also the broader name for the hugely popular decorative pieces of textile that feature this needlework in vivid col...

This 18th-century Flemish tapestry panel depicts a serene, blue-toned landscape with castle architecture framed by lush foliage. Handwoven in wool and silk, the composition reflects ...

Nakamura Daizaburo Turtledoves in a Peach Tree Taisho period, circa 1920 Framed painting. Mineral pigments, ink and gofun on silk Signed: Daizaburo Dimensions (framed)...

Italian embroidery is an original composition realized by Italian artisan in the 18th century. Very precious doily realized in lace and silk. Mint...

17th century French Baroque wool and silk tapestry. Work of Felletin, ca 1690 France.

76928 Late 19th-Century Antique French Aubusson Verdure Tapestry, 04'02 x 06'10. This hand-woven silk and wool late 19th-century French Aubusson verdure tapestry captures the cultivated serenity of the French countryside, rendered with a softness reserved for aristocratic interiors and grand maisons. Created during a period when Aubusson ateliers mastered the art of pictorial storytelling, this extraordinary masterpiece feels less like décor and more like a window into a gentler world. Its presence carries quiet authority, the kind associated with salons, libraries, and country estates curated with confidence and restraint. The central landscape unfolds as a layered pastoral scene—rolling ground punctuated by dense foliage, flowering shrubs, and roaming fauna nestled among trees and grasses. Birds and animals appear not as focal declarations, but as integral elements of a balanced ecosystem, reinforcing the verdure tradition’s devotion to harmony between nature and human contemplation. The scene invites stillness, offering visual depth that rewards prolonged viewing rather than immediate impact. Encircling the exceptional composition, an elegant floral scroll and bird border flows seamlessly into the pictorial field, dissolving the boundary between frame and landscape. This integration is a hallmark of refined Aubusson design, where ornamentation enhances narrative rather than competing with it. Beyond this, an outer zigzag chevron border introduces rhythm and contrast, adding a subtle architectural cadence that enlivens the overall composition without disturbing its tranquility. The palette is exquisitely nuanced—variegated browns moving from deep chocolate to sun-warmed sand, softened by ecru, taupe, pale green, sage, slate blue, old gold, and muted florals of rose, lavender, and red. These tones evoke the shifting light of late summer and early autumn, lending the exquisite work of art an atmospheric richness that feels both grounded and poetic. To own this Aubusson verdure is to claim a piece of European decorative history—an object of prestige, rarity, and cultivated taste that transforms any interior into a sanctuary of timeless elegance. With its commitment to tradition and heart full of whimsy, this antique Aubusson wall hanging...

A nice example of a Continental hand wrought tapestry decorated with putti or angels and cartouche, with foliate accents and subtle tan border with raised flowers. The tapestry has a...

Gorgeous handwoven silk Ikat weaving in rich magenta, gold and purple color, circa late 19th-early 20th century, Uzbekistan, Central Asia, on the ancient...

Mid 20th Century Chinese Hand Painted Silk Folding Screen. Titled Bógǔ tú which translates to pictures of antiquities. The screen depicts a gathering of scholars by the water. Ant...

Extraordinary Japanese contemporary two-panel "byobu" or folding screen featuring a lady from the Heian period court, showcased in "The Tale of Genji" by Murasaki Shikibu, widely int...

Two panel folding screen with oil paintings depicting mythological male figures. Back of screen is upholstered in silk damask. Brass nailhead trim. Fabric hinges.

Atelier Simone ANDRE, Aubusson Tapestry based on a cartoon by Lilly STEINER - L227xH110 cm - No. 1556 Artist: After a Cartoon by Lilly Steiner Era: 20th Century Style: Modern Art Co...

Suzani, a Central Asian term for a specific type of needlework, is also the broader name for the hugely popular decorative pieces of textile that feature this needlework in vivid col...

Japanese six-panel screen: Late winter into early spring, Rimpa style painting of a garden scene with doves on a bamboo fence. Flowers in bloom including ...

Vintage traditional style watercolor and ink landscape painting on silk (applied to paper backing) - hand painted - silk damask textile border - signed with a red seal lower right (u...

An antique Franco-Flemish mythological tapestry from the 18th century, featuring the goddess of the hunt, Diana with her attendant, Callisto. In this sultry scene, Diana reposes on a...

Immerse your space in the devotional beauty and weathered soul of traditional Indian art with this monumental vintage Pichwai painting. Rendered in gouache on cloth, this large-scale...