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Tapestries For Sale
Antique Silk Kashgar Throne Cover Rug Fragment
Located in Milan, IT
This very rare fragment belongs to a specific group of twelve silk Kashgar throne covers, all with a similar design and palette and distinguished by an ex...
Category
Early 18th Century East Turkestani Khotan Antique Tapestries
Materials
Silk
17th Century Traditional French Aubusson Style Flat Weave Rug
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Hand Woven Recreation of the classic French flat weave Aubusson rugs that have been found in the finest homes and palaces since the late 17th century. Size 9' 3'' x 12'
Category
17th Century Chinese Aubusson Antique Tapestries
Materials
Wool
Vintage Neutral Brown And Tan Color “Kurve” Verner Panton Textile 4'1" x 8'8"
Located in New York, NY
Soft Earthy Beautiful Circular Design Vintage Kreis Brown / Tan Colored Verner Panton Textile, Country Of Origin: Denmark, Circa Date: Mid 20th Century
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Tapestries
Materials
Other
French Wall Tapestry from 1975
By Taggart
Located in L’ISLE-SUR-LA-SORGUE, FR
“The New Tapestry” artistic movement.
Three-dimensional tapestry created by the artists Ginette and Daniel Taggart, in natural cotton and fibers.
Uniqu...
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1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tapestries
Materials
Natural Fiber
1880's Antique Persian Kerman Dervish Pictorial Carpet
Located in Dallas, TX
74336 Antique Persian Kerman Pictorial Rug, 04'08 x 06'08. Antique Persian Kerman pictorial rugs depicting scenes of a dervish with hi...
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Late 19th Century Persian Kirman Antique Tapestries
Materials
Wool
Mathieu Mategot Aubusson Tapestry
Located in New York, NY
Mathieu Mategot abstract Aubusson Tapestry woven by Atelier Tabard Freres & Soeurs. Known as a French furniture designer he devoted his work full time to tapestries in the 1960s beco...
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1960s French Vintage Tapestries
Materials
Wool
Vintage Judaic Purim Scene Tapestry. Size: 6 ft x 3 ft 9 in
Located in New York, NY
A Beautifully Artistic Vintage Judaica Purim Scene Tapestry Rug, Country Of Origin / Rug Type: Israel Rugs, Circa Date: Vintage Mid 20th Century – Size: 6 f...
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Mid-20th Century Israeli Other Tapestries
Materials
Wool
Collection of Three Framed Coptic Textile Fragments
Located in Atlanta, GA
A collection of three antique textile fragments displayed in various frames from an estate collection in US. It consists of a blue on white woven panel presented in a metal frame. Th...
Category
15th Century and Earlier European Archaistic Antique Tapestries
Materials
Textile, Wood
Wall Decoration Handmade Silk Embroidered Tapestry, Jesus
By Alexander's Collection
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Wall Decoration Handmade Silk Embroidered Tapestry, Jesus
Jesus after being taken down from the cross
Add a touch of elegance and spiritual significance to your home decor with our...
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2010s Hong Kong Other Tapestries
Materials
Silk
Abstract Vegetable Fiber Wall Tapestry, 1970s
Located in GRENOBLE, FR
Large abstract wall tapestry in natural plant fibers dating from the 1970s. The threads of fibers are woven on a cotton canvas with raised areas creating an interesting play of light...
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Mid-20th Century French Bohemian Tapestries
Materials
Cord, Natural Fiber
17th Century Traditional French Aubusson Style Flat-Weave Rug
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Handwoven recreation of the Classic French flat-weave Aubusson rugs that have been found in the finest homes and palaces since the late 17th century. Size: 9' 10” x 13' 10”.
Category
17th Century Chinese Aubusson Antique Tapestries
Materials
Wool
Pretty Vintage French Aubusson Style Jacquard Tapestry
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Exquisite tapestry from the second half of the 20th century, featuring a design with a family at the beach This captivating piece depicts a scene with three women, a child and a man,...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Aubusson Tapestries
Materials
Wool, Cotton, Acrylic
17th Century Fine Brussels Tapestry, Silk Wool, Green, Blue, Red, Battle Scene
Located in Port Washington, NY
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...
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Late 17th Century Belgian Aubusson Antique Tapestries
Materials
Wool, Silk
Antique French Tapestry Large Oversized Tapestry 1900 Wool & Silk 6x7 178x203cm
Located in New York, NY
Antique French Tapestry Rare Fountain and scenery Large Tapestry 5x7 1920
Circa 1920
"A magnificent antique French tapestry depicting a scenic river including a fountain and a larg...
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Early 1900s French Baroque Antique Tapestries
Materials
Wool
Rug/Wall Art by Jean Arp Edition Marie Cuttoli/Lucie Weill
By Jean Arp
Located in North Miami, FL
As featured in architectural digest's article (August 31, 2013) of Geoffrey Beene's guest bedroom, this rug was acquired at his estate sale after his passing.
Conceived, circa 1928-1930 and executed in the 1960s by Marie Cuttoli...
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1960s Algerian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tapestries
Materials
Wool
17th Century Piedmont Embroidered Silk Satin Panel with Mythological Figures
Located in Milford, NH
A large exquisite silk satin panel embroidered in pastel colors with mythological figures, animals, foliage, and intertwined scrollwork from Piedmont Italy, circa 17th century. Prove...
Category
17th Century Italian Baroque Antique Tapestries
Materials
Satin, Silk
Vintage French Aubusson Embroidered Tapestry King Charles Bidding Farewell 38"
Located in Dayton, OH
20th Century cross-stich framed embroidery of King Charles seated with the Duke of Gloucester on his lap and Princess Elizabeth over backside. A dog is seated towards the right, and...
Category
20th Century George III Tapestries
Materials
Tapestry, Glass, Wood
Black Silver Organic Abstract Hand-knotted Wool and Silk Sustainable Rug 9'x12'
Located in New York, NY
The Odyssey collection A breakthrough, three dimensional and multi textural rug collection, inspired by NASA imagery. Distressed wool and natural silk are hand-knotted to create thre...
Category
2010s Indian Organic Modern Tapestries
Materials
Wool, Silk
18th Century Aubusson Tapestry Showing a Centurion and Queen
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Exquisite 18th Century Aubusson Tapestry depicting a centurion and queen.
On an exceptional scale, in excellent condition and of outstanding quality.
Lined and fitted with velcro t...
Category
1750s French Antique Tapestries
Materials
Tapestry
Lovely Very Large Napoleon III circa 1860 Antique French Embroidered Tapestry
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer this lovely Napoleon III circa 1860 hand made in France, extra large Embroidered Tapestry
A very good looking and decorative piece in the original ebonis...
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1860s French High Victorian Antique Tapestries
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Framed Antique Japanese Embroidered Silk Panel Signed
Located in Atlanta, GA
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...
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Japonisme Tapestries
Materials
Silk, Wood
Italian Early 18th Century Baroque Era Family Tree
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
An early 18th Century Baroque era family tree wall hanging.
Depicting noble Italian families.
Category
18th Century Antique Tapestries
Materials
Paper
Pretty Vintage Aubusson Style médiéval design Jacquard Tapestry « the harvest »
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
very beautiful Aubusson style tapestry, with a design of a medieval tapestry
That Tapestry has been created in about 1530 by B. Van Orley, creator of "Chasses de Maximilien"
(acces...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Medieval Tapestries
Materials
Wool
Green Blue Purple Contemporary Hand Woven Wool and Silk Abstract Rug in Stock
Located in New York, NY
The Odyssey collection A breakthrough, three dimensional and multi textural rug collection, inspired by NASA imagery. Distressed wool and natural silk are hand knotted to create three levels of visual and tactile finery. The collection pairs vintage textures with contemporary designs and colors. The Odyssey rug...
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2010s Indian Industrial Tapestries
Materials
Wool, Silk
Antique Ceremonial Raffia Fiber Dance Kerchief, Ivory Coast
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Antique Ceremonial Raffia Fiber Dance Kerchief, Ivory Coast
These unusual Dida textiles are made from hand-plaited raffia fiber that is tie and stitch-resist dyed with natural pigme...
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Mid-20th Century Ivorian Tribal Tapestries
Materials
Raffia
Spanish Embroidered Gold Silver Armorial Hanging Amphora Count 70'high 55"long
Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK
The embroidered appliques in fine silk and gold and silver threadwork with coloured glass, sequins and mirror simulating jewels in deep relief worked onto the original red velvet tex...
Category
1640s Spanish Baroque Antique Tapestries
Materials
Gold, Silver
Vintage Mid-Century Hand Tapestry Wall Art in Navy, Red, Yellow, Crimson, Orange
Located in Barrington, IL
A striking example of mid-20th century textile artistry, this vintage hand-hooked tapestry wall art features a vibrant depiction of a bird rendered in ...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Tapestries
Materials
Wool, Wood
Textile & Needlework Collages of Rose K. Lautman & Miriam Shorr
By Rose K. Lautman & Miriam Shorr
Located in Hanover, MA
Miriam Shorr was a water colorist as well as a talented needlepoint artist. All the work she did was to her own design, as she used the yarn in much the same way she used paint. She also worked in ink on rice paper, including the shore birds and the street scape...
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1960s American Vintage Tapestries
Materials
Yarn, Felt, Thread, Ink
Pretty vintage French Aubusson style Jacquard Tapestry « the feast of Venus »
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
"Discover the timeless elegance of this exquisite vintage French tapestry featuring
a replica of the painting by 17th century French painter, Pierre Paul Rubens...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Aubusson Tapestries
Materials
Wool, Cotton, Acrylic
Iceland Sheepskin Wall Panel by Cuero Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Iceland Sheepskin Wall Panel by Cuero Design
Dimensions: W 30 x L 30 cm.
Materials: Brown sheepskin.
Available in different sheepskin color options. Prices may vary. Please contact ...
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2010s Swedish Post-Modern Tapestries
Materials
Sheepskin
17th Century Traditional French Aubusson Style Flat-Weave Rug
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Handwoven recreation of the Classic French flat-weave Aubusson rugs that have been found in the finest homes and palaces since the late 17th century. Size: 6' x 9'1''.
Category
17th Century Chinese Aubusson Antique Tapestries
Materials
Wool
Anne Leurent (from a drawing of) "the jungle" mechanical tapestry, circa 1970
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Anne Leurent (from a drawing of) "the jungle" mechanical tapestry, Art de Lys workshop
signed in frame
frameless
Category
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tapestries
Materials
Wool
Kuna Mola Reverse Appliqué Brightly Colored Bird Wall Tapestry, Central America
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A large brightly colored fabric collage tapestry of a bird with fish in its mouth. This dramatic fabric piece features carefully cut geometric pieces ...
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Mid-20th Century Panamanian Tribal Tapestries
Materials
Fabric
Textured wall Tapestry by Annet Gaaikema, 1970s
Located in Rotterdam, ZH
Textured wall tapestry by Annet Gaaikema (1944), The Netherlands 1970s. This specific work of Gaaikema shows an interesting texture, variation in brown tones and weaving pattern. The...
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1970s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tapestries
Materials
Wool
Vintage Moroccan Blue Kilim Rug with Geometric Border and Two Diamond Lozenges
Located in Morristown, NJ
Antique early 20th century Moroccan Kilim rug, with two central diamond medallions,
made in simple flat-woven or tapestry technique, in which the pattern is produced by horizontal wefts that cover the vertical warps. The ground is a denim blue color with browns, greens, beiges, pinks and blues woven into the border decoration and diamond medallions.
The desire for the ‘exotic’ rug family in Western culture played no small part in the entrance of Moroccan style to the world stage and the gradual western influence on the style we see today. Given their thinner, supple structure, Kilim rugs are usable not only as decorative floor covering, but also as wall hangings and on furniture or bed coverlets...
Category
1950s Moroccan Tribal Vintage Tapestries
Materials
Wool
George Edouard Tremblay Folk Art Hooked Rug, Mat or Tapestry of a Winter Scene
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This framed hooked rug or mat was done by the well known George Edouard Tremblay of Quebec Canada in approximately 1940 in his period Folk Art style. The rug or mat is done with wool...
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Mid-20th Century Canadian Folk Art Tapestries
Materials
Wool, Burlap, Pine
Curve #1 Wall Sculpture by Delphine Cobbaert
Located in Geneve, CH
Curve #1 Wall Sculpture by Delphine Cobbaert
Dimensions: W 54 x D 3 x H 44 cm
Materials: Wool, Paperyarn, Linen, Hout.
Delphine Cobbaert is a Belgian textile artist, designer and c...
Category
2010s Belgian Post-Modern Tapestries
Materials
Wool, Linen
Traditional French Aubusson Style Flat-Weave Rug
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Handwoven recreation of the Classic French flat-weave Aubusson rugs that have been found in the finest homes and palaces since the late 17th century. Size: 9' 3” x 11' 10”.
Category
17th Century Chinese Aubusson Antique Tapestries
Materials
Wool
Antique Japanese Recycled Zanshi-Ori Futon Cover
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Antique Japanese Recycled Zanshi-Ori Futon Cover
Zanshi-ori cloth is woven from leftover or repurposed threads, either from commercial kimono production or home produced recycled co...
Category
Early 19th Century Japanese Taisho Antique Tapestries
Materials
Cotton, Silk
French Vintage Tapestry Landscape with a Waterwheel
Located in Barntrup, DE
French vintage tapestry, wall hanging, from the second half of the 20th century.
A beautiful French tapestry in Aubusson style, within a leaf border featuring a landscape, a house wi...
Category
1970s French Rococo Vintage Tapestries
Materials
Cotton
Vintage Swedish Framed Embroidery of a Native Woman in a Tropical Environment
Located in Stockholm, SE
Vintage Swedish framed embroidery of a native woman in a tropical environment. A "Bloomsbury" bohemian style embroidery made in the 1940s. A dreamy kind o...
Category
1940s Swedish Bohemian Vintage Tapestries
Materials
Wool, Cotton
cc-tapis Tcp Collection Car Park 3 Round in Glitch Lime Violet by Odd Matter
By cc-tapis, Odd Matter
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Nostalgia and experimentation lead the creative process responsible for the new TCP, Tonnara Car Park Collection by Dutch based studio Odd Matter. The ephemeral nature of sand became...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Tapestries
Materials
Wool, Silk
Pre-Columbian Chancay Coca Leaf Bag with Shamans and Zoomorphic Figures, Peru
Located in San Pedro Garza Garcia, Nuevo Leon
Brown Chancay coca bag with shamans and zoomorphic figures depicted in the centre on a in various colors on a red background.
This piece is accompanied by ...
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15th Century and Earlier Peruvian Pre-Columbian Antique Tapestries
Materials
Textile
Large-Scale Contemporary Wool Tapestry by Alfhild Külper
Located in New York, NY
A 7 foot wide hand tufted and embroidered tapestry. Titled "Dream Entrance" the piece evokes the tapestry of the Northern Renaissance, updating it with soft blues and greens. The wor...
Category
2010s Tapestries
Materials
Wool
Antique Japanese Textile Art Campaign Jacket Jinbaori with Mon
Located in Atlanta, GA
Known as Jinabori during 16th century when warfare was common in feudal Japan, the sleeveless jacket was created to be worn outside of the armor by samurai warriors. In addition to s...
Category
19th Century Japanese Japonisme Antique Tapestries
Materials
Textile, Silk
Hunting Scene - French Tapestry Jacuqard, Circa 1940 - 196lx134h - N° 1509
Located in Paris, FR
This magnificent medieval style tapestry from the Jacquard Manufactory in Aubusson, having benefited from a deep cleaning and a meticulous check and doubled by experts in our artisan...
Category
1940s French French Provincial Vintage Tapestries
Materials
Wool
Green Tapestry by Nanda Vigo for Flou
By Nanda Vigo, FLOU
Located in Ravenna, IT
Wall tapestry designed by Nanda Vigo for Flou in 1992. The tapestry is made of hand-knotted wool and depicts architecture. The designer's signature is on the left side. The tapestry ...
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1990s Italian Tapestries
Materials
Wool
Rare 18th Century Wool and Silk Tapestry by Leyniers
By Leyniers Family
Located in London, GB
Rare 18th century wool and silk tapestry by Leyniers
Belgian, 18th Century
Length 247cm, width 283cm
Beautifully executed and vibrantly coloured, this large tapestry was made in 18th century Brussels by Urbanus (1674-1747) and Daniel III Leyniers (1705-1770).
The tapestry depicts ‘Eumenes’ wrestling match’ or ‘Eumene’s Struggle’ (‘La Lutte d'Eumenes') inspired by the Greek philosopher and historian, Plutarch’s ‘Parallel Lives’ written around second century A.D. King Phillip...
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18th Century Belgian Classical Greek Antique Tapestries
Materials
Textile
Late 19th Century Flemish Wool Tapestry, Circa 1890s
Located in New York, NY
This traditional style Verdure hanging shows a closeup leafy plant still life, with two oak trees in full leaf behind, and a placid pond with low hills along the horizon. Shades of g...
Category
1890s Belgian Renaissance Antique Tapestries
Materials
Wool
Bobyrug’s Vintage French Aubusson Style Jaquar Tapestry « pastoral loves »
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Introducing a magnificent 20th-century tapestry that captures the essence of the gentle joys of life, festivities, music, and above all, love. Set against a rustic backdrop, shepherd...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Aubusson Tapestries
Materials
Wool, Cotton
17th Century Traditional French Aubusson Style Flat-Weave Rug
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Handwoven Recreation of the Classic French flat-weave Aubusson rugs that have been found in the finest homes and palaces since the late 17th century. Size 8' 10'' x 12' 1''.
Category
17th Century Chinese Aubusson Antique Tapestries
Materials
Wool
3x3.2 Ft Hand Embroidered Wall Hanging. New Tablecloth. Cotton Sofa Spread
Located in Spring Valley, NY
Hand-Embroidered 100% Cotton New Suzani Fabric Wall Hanging – Timeless Textile Art
Experience the beauty of Central Asia craftsmanship with this exquisite hand-embroidered 100% cotto...
Category
2010s Central Asian Suzani Tapestries
Materials
Cotton
3.4x5 Ft Hand Embroidered Silk & Cotton Wall Hanging. Modern Suzani Fabric Throw
Located in Spring Valley, NY
Introducing our exquisite new suzani hand embroidered wall hanging, a captivating piece that combines ancient craftsmanship with modern artistry. This embroidered cloth is not just a...
Category
2010s Central Asian Suzani Tapestries
Materials
Cotton, Silk
Chinese Embroidery Framed
Located in Tampa, FL
A mid 18th century Chinese embroidery probably from a Chinese robe. It's beautifully embroidered. Embroidery is depicting scenic birds, cherry bloss...
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Mid-18th Century Chinese Antique Tapestries
Materials
Textile
Pretty Fine Antique French Aubusson Tapestry
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Very beautiful and fine Aubusson tapestry with a nice design featuring a chicken and a rooster on the farm, surrounded by a strip of flowers, with beautiful natural light colours in...
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Late 19th Century French Aubusson Antique Tapestries
Materials
Wool, Silk
670 - Aubusson French Antique "Au Petit Point" Textile
Located in Paris, FR
Textile of the Royal Manufacture of Aubusson of the 19th century.
Representation of some flowers.
Perfect state of a peacock in some of greenery.
Reinforced by a fabric on the bac...
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1840s French Romantic Antique Tapestries
Materials
Wool
Japanese Antique Textile Panel of American Historical Great White Fleet
Located in Atlanta, GA
Nicknamed Great White Fleet, the sailing of the United States Navy battleships around the globe from December 16, 1907 to February 22, 1909 by order of Uni...
Category
Early 1900s Japanese Japonisme Antique Tapestries
Materials
Brocade, Silk, Wood
42" x 26" French Wall Hanging Tapestry Jacquard Aubusson Fruit Still Life Red
Located in Philadelphia, PA
42" x 26" French Wall Hanging Tapestry Jacquard Aubusson Fruit Still Life Red. Circa 21st Century. Measurements: 26" H x 42" W.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Other Tapestries
Materials
Fabric
Shop Vintage Tapestries on 1stDibs
Whether you hang them behind your bed as a dazzling alternative to a headboard or over the sofa as a large-scale focal point in the living room, vintage tapestries can introduce an array of textures and colors to any space in your home.
Woven wall hangings haven’t consistently enjoyed the popularity or earned the highbrow status that other types of wall decorations have over the years, at least not since the 1970s, which was somewhat of a heyday for tapestries. Today, however, these tactile works of art are seeing a renaissance, as modern weavers are forging new paths in the medium while the demand for antique and vintage tapestries continues to grow.
“We are drawn to texture in environments, and we see tapestries as a subtle layer of soft ornament,” says Lauren Larson of the New York design duo Material Lust. Indeed, and a lot of opportunity comes along when decorating with this distinctive brand of soft ornament.
Think of wall hangings as paintings created by hand with fabric instead of oil or watercolors. If you’re not simply securing your treasure to a wall with nails, pushpins or Velcro, tapestries can be stretched over a frame, used to create a canopy in a cozy living-room corner, hung from a rod or placed inside a shadowbox. And because this kind of textile art is hundreds of years old, options abound with respect to subjects and designs.
For richly detailed depictions of landscapes and garden scenes, look to antique Chinese tapestries and Japanese tapestries. Aubusson tapestries are ornate wall hangings manufactured in central France that are also characterized by romantic portrayals of nature. For weavers of mid-century modern tapestries, as well as those working in textile arts today, the styles and subject matter are too numerous to mention, with artists exploring experimental shapes, bold colors and provocative abstract designs.
Antique, new and vintage tapestries can make a room feel warm and welcoming — find yours on 1stDibs now.