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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

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Raffia

Late 19th Century Uzbekistan Shakhrisyabz Suzani Textile, Embroidered Tapestry
Located in Dallas, TX
78199 Rare Late 19th Century Antique Uzbek Shakhrisyabz Suzani Tapestry, 03'07 x 05'00. Behold the majestic splendor of this Early 19th Century Antique Uzbek Shakhrisyabz Suzani Tape...
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Late 19th Century Uzbek Suzani Antique Tapestries

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Cotton, Silk

Antique Handcrafted needlepoint depicting a classical romanticized Orientalist
Located in Port Washington, NY
This needlepoint is a handcrafted piece depicting a classical or romanticized Orientalist scene, possibly inspired by Ancient Rome, Persia, or the Ottoman Empire. The woman lounging ...
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Early 20th Century French Tapestries

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Wool, Silk

Early 19th Century Chinese Silk Embroidery ( 3' x 3'7" - 91 x 110 )
Located in New York, NY
Early 19th Century Chinese Silk Embroidery ( 3' x 3'7" - 91 x 110 )
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1820s Chinese Antique Tapestries

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Silk

Large Vintage Decorative Panel, Continental, Needlepoint Tapestry, circa 1980
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a large vintage decorative panel. A Continental, needlepoint tapestry, dating to the late 20th century, circa 1980. Wonderfully Italianate scene depicting an idyllic European bridge...
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Late 20th Century Tapestries

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Textile

1920's Persian Kashan Pictorial Carpet, Poetry from Abbas Foroughi Bastami
Located in Dallas, TX
77017 Antique Persian Kashan Pictorial Rug, 02'11 x 03'11. Woven with spiritual longing and lyrical reverence, this antique Persian Kashan pictori...
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Early 20th Century Persian Kashan Tapestries

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Wool

Italianate Baroque Revival Mid Century Yardage
Located in Riverdale, NY
Lovely Baroque Revival Mid Century Yardage from a high end upholsterer who carried a lot of Scalamandre textiles. On its original bolt, it is is marked 32-33 yards on end. Feels like...
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1940s American Baroque Revival Vintage Tapestries

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Cotton

Kennedy Bahia Brazilian Modern Wall Tapestry, 1980s
Located in Miami, FL
Woven wall tapestry by Brazilian textile artist Kennedy Bahia circa 1980. Hummingbird, butterflies and flowers. “Known nationally and internatio...
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Late 20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Tapestries

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Textile

"Tree of Life, " Large Midcentury Tapestry by Ahmed, Early Student, Wissa Wassef
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Dating from 1976, about 20 years after Ramses Wissa Wassef established his tapestry workshop in the 1950s, this monumental tapestry by Samina Ahmed...
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1970s Egyptian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tapestries

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Wool

Nice vintage French Aubusson Style Jacquard Tapestry cushion face
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
"Pretty small French tapestry from the late-20th century, featuring a beautiful design and nice colours, woven in jacquard loom by wool acrylic a...
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Late 20th Century French Aubusson Tapestries

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Wool, Cotton, Acrylic

1993 Alessandro Mendini Interflex Postmodern Design Wall Hanging Tapestry
Located in Brescia, IT
"Victorian" Tapestry designer Alessandro Mendini prod. Interflex 1993 Screen-printing on quilted Fabric Tapestry Label manufacture sewing on the back Perfect Condiction Limited edi...
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1990s Italian Post-Modern Tapestries

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Fabric

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

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Wool, Silk

Bobyrug’s nice Vintage Tunisian Native Tapestry
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Nice mid century Tunisian tapestry with beautiful native design and beautiful colors, entirely hand woven with wool on cotton foundation. ✨✨✨ "Experi...
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Mid-20th Century Tunisian Tribal Tapestries

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Wool, Cotton

Vintage Fiber Art Woven Wall Hanging
Located in Grand Rapids, MI
USA, 1960s 1960s handwoven textile piece in burgundy with some chartreuse accents. Beautiful vintage fiber art, extra tall and slim (purchased from a...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tapestries

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Natural Fiber

Huge early 1700's Verdure Aubusson Tapestry
Located in LYON, FR
French Aubusson woven tapestry from the early 1700's depicting a lizard standing in luscious vegetation. Created in Aubusson, located in central France. Interestingly this vertical w...
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1720s French Aubusson Antique Tapestries

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Wool, Silk

Large Tapestry "Medaljongerna" by Märta Måås Fjetterström
Located in New York, NY
Stunning Large Tapestry "Medaljongerna" by Märta Måås Fjetterström. Designed in 1926 and this example is weaved before 1942. A geometrical flower pattern in pink, green and brown sit...
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1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Tapestries

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Wool, Linen

Nice Antique French Hand Printed Lurçat Signed Tapestry « Rooster »
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Very beautiful antique french hand printed tapestry by renowned Cotto manufacturer with nice design of Jean Lurçat, titled « Coq » (Rooster) with a signature printed on the design of...
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Tapestries

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Cotton

1819 Sampler made by Ann Wareing in Victorian Period Frame, English
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
1819 Sampler made by Ann Wareing in Victorian period frame, English. An exquisitly preserved silk on fine linen sampler by Ann Wareing, May 12, 1819. A late George III piece in a Vic...
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1810s English Antique Tapestries

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Linen, Silk

Early Märta Måås-Fjetterström Tapestry in Vintage Pine frame signed Sweden 1930s
Located in Ystad, SE
Early Märta Måås-Fjetterström Tapestry Vintage Pine frame, Sweden 1930s Signed MMF. Woven by hand at Märta Måås-Fjetterström AB workshop, Båstad, Sweden. With is this tapestry, ...
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1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Tapestries

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Wool, Linen, Pine

Swans Ducks 18th Century Aubusson French Tapestry Panel
Located in New York, NY
Late 18th century Aubusson tapestry panel made in France. Measures: Height 9 feet 4 inches, width 7 feet 11 inches. Swans and ducks swimming in a lake...
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Late 18th Century French French Provincial Antique Tapestries

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Wool

Bobyrug’s pretty vintage French medieval design hand printed tapestry
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Nice vintage French hand printed tapestry with beautiful medieval design and beautiful colors. Discover a stunning mid-20th-century tapestry, meticulously hand-printed on a cotton fo...
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Mid-20th Century French Aubusson Tapestries

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Cotton

Pretty vintage French Aubusson style Jacquard Tapestry « Hunting with hounds »
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
"Discover the timeless elegance of this exquisite vintage French tapestry featuring a hunting with hounds scene. A noble pastime and a favorite pastime of the great men of the time,...
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Mid-20th Century French Aubusson Tapestries

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Wool, Cotton, Acrylic

SALE! Mid Century Modern Scandinavian Calder Miro Hand Tufted Abstract Tapestry
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
CENTRAL AVENUE MODERN ALL TAPESTRY SALE! Eye catching, Spectacular, Handmade, Scandinavian Tufted, Mid Century Modern, Wool & Cotton Calder / Miro st...
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1990s American Mid-Century Modern Tapestries

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Cotton

Early 19th Century Large Tapestry
Located in New York, NY
An early 19th Century very fine quality Large French Tapestry . Measures: 7' wide x 10'11'' long. Tapestries make integral part of the Flemish cultural heritage. Most of the tapestries have religious, mythological and historical subjects as well as hunting and harvest scenes. They are known for their high quality and extended use of colors. The oldest ones were made in the 13th century. The most important production centers were Doornik and Arras. These two centers got a lot of assignments of the Dukes of Burgundy. In the 14th century tapestries...
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Early 19th Century French French Provincial Antique Tapestries

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Wool

18th Century Italian Silk & Silver Metallic Thread Lampas Brocade Panel
Located in Rochester, NY
An exceptional and fine hand woven 18th century Italian silk and silver metallic thread lampas brocade panel with beautiful aged original color. Red silk backing w/ attached strip of...
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Early 18th Century Italian Renaissance Antique Tapestries

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Metallic Thread

18th Century French Aubusson Tapestry "Verdure"
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
A luxurious 18th-century Aubusson tapestry, depicting a dog barking at fowl on a river, in a typically rural and architectural-themed landscape. Hand-woven in wool, in predominantly ...
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18th Century French Antique Tapestries

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Wool

Unique wall tapestry by Jean Leuenberger
Located in grand Lancy, CH
Unique wall tapestry by Jean Leuenberger
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Late 20th Century Swiss Tapestries

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Fabric

Unique wall tapestry by Jean Leuenberger
Unique wall tapestry by Jean Leuenberger
$1,280 Sale Price / item
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Vintage Tapestry With Birds 7X5
Located in Los Angeles, US
A wall hanging tapestry, simply put, is a textile specifically designed and woven to portray an artistic scene with the intent of hanging it on a wall. Antique tapestries, those that...
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Early 2000s Unknown Empire Tapestries

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Wool, Cotton

Rare Midcentury Wall Tapestry, Ege Rya Style, Denmark, 1970s
Located in Praha, CZ
- rare type
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1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tapestries

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Fabric, Wool

Fiber Art by Janet Kuemmerlein
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
Janet Kuemmerlein's stunning fiber art piece, measuring 24”x 26”, is a captivating exploration of color and texture. With a mesmerizing palette ranging from vibrant purples to fiery ...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tapestries

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Fabric, Yarn

1970s Large Textile Wall Art
Located in Miami, FL
Large vintage Textile wall Art. Circa 1970s Features a stretched canvas with a forest inspired design printed in vibrant earth tone colors. ...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tapestries

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Textile, Wood

Pretty 20th century modern french Aubusson tapestry by « Claude Picard »
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Very beautiful 20th century Aubusson tapestry with a modern design by french painter « Claude Picard », representing a rooster and three birds among the ...
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1970s French Aubusson Vintage Tapestries

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Wool, Cotton

Antique French Aubusson Carpet, Fine Pale Pink, Rose, Taupe, Elegant Carpet
Located in Port Washington, NY
Aubusson is a town on the Ceruse River in central France. It has been famed for its carpets as well as tapestries since the 15th century. Antique Aubusson rugs made in tapestry techn...
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Late 19th Century French Aubusson Antique Tapestries

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Wool

Bobyrug’s Pretty Hand Printed French Tapestry
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Discover the timeless elegance of our exquisite Midcentury French hand-printed tapestry, a faithful reproduction of the medieval masterpiece "The Lordly Life; Scene Galante, circa 1500" by the French School. Immerse yourself in the artistry of the 16th century, echoing the grandeur of the original tapestry housed in the National Museum of the Middle Ages and Thermes de Cluny, Paris. Elevate your space with this captivating piece of history and indulge in the allure of a bygone era. The piece depicts ten characters, five ladies, two lords and three pages, two of whom have their bodies truncated at the bottom of the tapestry. A few birds take flight, others perch in the trees, under the watchful gaze of a fox. In the center, alongside a young man, a lady in a rich costume carries a parrot on her left hand. This is a true celebration of courtly love. This tapestry is hand printed...
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Mid-20th Century French Aubusson Tapestries

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Cotton

Circa 1590 Flemish Brussels Tapestry Castle King Holy war Hours sword wool silk
Located in Paris, FR
Dans le respect des traditions, cette magnifique tapisserie a été soumise à un nettoyage en profondeur, à la pose d'une doublure en lin cousue à la main, et à une vérification minuti...
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16th Century French Aubusson Antique Tapestries

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Wool, Silk

Vintage French Tapestry by Georgette Owens. Size: 3 ft x 4 ft 10 in
By Georgette Owens
Located in New York, NY
Vintage French Tapestry by Georgette Owens, France, Mid-Twentieth Century. Size: 3 ft x 4 ft 10 in (0.91 m x 1.47 m)
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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Tapestries

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Wool

Norval Morrisseau "Astral Thunderbird" Wall Hanging Tapestry Signed, 1970
Located in Chicago, IL
Norval Morrisseau "Astral Thunderbird" Wall Hanging Tapestry Signed on verso, 1 of 15, 1970 Tapestry has signature in lower right in the weave and ...
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1970s Canadian Post-Modern Vintage Tapestries

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Wool, Yarn

Chinese Vintage Silk Embroidery Framed
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Chinese vintage embroidery silk on silk of phoenix birds on a brunch with signed inscription, in a bamboo like profiled frame.
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1940s Chinese Chinoiserie Vintage Tapestries

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Silk

Pair of 18th Century French Framed Aubusson Tapestries
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
A beautiful pair of 18th Century framed Aubusson tapestries from France. Capturing a beautiful mountain landscape. With delicately depicted verdure trees, plants, and birds to the fo...
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18th Century French Country Antique Tapestries

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Tapestry

1960 Vintage Art Nouveau Tapestry Abstract Fish Handwoven 2x4
Located in New York, NY
1960 Vintage Art Nouveau Tapestry Abstract Fish Handwoven 2x4 About Us~ Welcome to Antique Rug Collection. Your #1 Source for handmade Antique Rugs & Tapestries at great prices, cu...
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1950s French Baroque Vintage Tapestries

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Wool

Mille-Fleurs Tapestry signed by Aubusson Manufacture – 19th Century – No. 1562
Located in Paris, FR
Mille-Fleurs Tapestry signed Manufacture Aubusson - 19th century - 152Lx125H - No. 1562 Artist: Aubusson Manufactory Era: 19th century Style: High period - Renaissance - Louis XIII C...
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19th Century French Aubusson Antique Tapestries

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Wool, Silk

Beautiful Antique Needlepoint Tapestry
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Nice late 19th century French needlepoint tapestry fragment, originally made for chair cover, with a beautiful decorative design and beautiful col...
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Late 19th Century French Aubusson Antique Tapestries

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Wool

Pretty antique tapestry cardboard hand painted panel
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Pretty 19th century French tapestry cardboard with a nice design of swing game featuring a young man standing pushing a young girl sitting on the swing. At a setting in the woods, be...
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Late 19th Century French Romantic Antique Tapestries

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Cotton, Linen

Fiber Art Tapestry, Macrame, Woven Wall Hanging, FORMAE by Tamar Samplonius
Located in Schagen, NH
FORMAE is a macrame / woven fiber art tapestry (wall hanging) created by Tamar Samplonius. Lead time: 11-12 weeks 'Formae explores the impact of simplicity in both design and stru...
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2010s Dutch Organic Modern Tapestries

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Metal

French Hand-Printed Tapestry in Medieval style - H 114 x L 97 cm - N° 1438
Located in Paris, FR
Located a stone's throw from the Eiffel Tower in Paris, we are a French family business specializing in the purchase, sale, expertise, cleaning, restoration and conservation of tapes...
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1980s French Medieval Vintage Tapestries

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Wool

Wonderful Vintage French screen printed by hand Tapestry “the winegrowers”
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Discover the elegance of this mid-century French screen printed by hand tapestry featuring an alteration from the exquisite design of the renowned medieval museum tapestry, "Les Vend...
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Mid-20th Century French Aubusson Tapestries

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Wool, Cotton

Vintage Embroidered Burmese Thai Elephant Kalaga Wall Tapestry
Located in Dallas, TX
78841 Vintage Embroidered Burmese Thai Elephant Kalaga Tapestry, 03'07 x 03'09. This vintage Burmese or Thai Kalaga tapestry, a traditional hand-embroidered artwork known for its int...
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Late 20th Century Uzbek Modern Tapestries

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Metallic Thread

19th Century Tibetan Thangka of Chenresi
Located in Chicago, IL
Thangkas are devotional paintings displayed by Buddhists in monasteries, temples, and even in their homes. The rich red, orange, green, and blue hues are still incredibly vibrant on ...
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Early 19th Century Tibetan Tibetan Antique Tapestries

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Brass

Early 19thC. American Sampler By "Mary Nelson" Circa 1837
Located in Incline Village, NV
Nice original American sampler wrought by "Mary Nelson", circa 1837. The alphabet in capital letters and proverbial A,B,C's appear at the top in brown, each letter separated by a qua...
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1830s American Victorian Antique Tapestries

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Tapestry

Late 17th Century French Aubusson Tapestry
Located in New York, NY
A French Aubusson Biblical tapestry from the late 17th century, depicting King Solomon and the Queen of Sheba seated on a throne at center, flanked on either side by attendants, to t...
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Late 17th Century French Aubusson Antique Tapestries

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Wool

"Linneknoppen" tapestry by Märta Måås Fjetterström
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful Vintage "Linneknoppen" tapestry handwoven at AB Märta Måås-Fjetterströms ateliers in Båstad, Sweden. Wool inlay on linen in blue, red, yellow and natural colors showing a g...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Tapestries

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Wool

Vintage Hand Woven African Mohair Tapestry “Reflection in Pond”
Located in Barrington, IL
This captivating hand-woven mohair tapestry, titled “Reflection in Pond,” is a stunning example of traditional tribal art from the Kingdom of Lesotho, Africa. Crafted from fine, handspun mohair wool and dyed using natural vegetable-based pigments, the piece features a serene scene of an antelope gazing at its reflection in a still pond. Rich in texture and narrative, the tapestry reflects the refined skill and storytelling heritage of African weavers. A hand-stitched sleeve is sewn into the back for easy wall display with a tapestry rod. This textile artwork offers a sophisticated and meaningful accent for interior designers, collectors, and decorators seeking authentic African craftsmanship. Dimensions: 31” x 33” Date of Manufacture: 3rd Quarter of the 1900s Place of Origin: Kingdom of Lesotho, Africa Material: Wool, Mohair on Linen Condition: Excellent The Persian Knot Gallery, SKU: 2206 African mohair tapestry, Lesotho tribal textile, handwoven African wall art, vintage African weaving, antelope tapestry art, African animal textile, mohair wall hanging, African storytelling art, natural dye tapestry, artisan African decor, reflection tapestry, traditional African weaving, wall art from Africa, collectible African textile, handspun mohair tapestry, African Village Tapestry, Tapestries from Africa, African Folk Art, Art of Africa, African Weavings, Vintage Handwoven Tapestries, African Tapestries, African Folk Art, African Weaving Art, Large Wall Tapestry, Handwoven Tapestry, Modernist Tapestry, Mid Century Wall Tapestry...
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1970s Lesothian Vintage Tapestries

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Wool

Ottoman Pomegranate Silk Hand Embroidered Tapestry
Located in London, GB
Rich in history and artistry, our Ottoman Pomegranate Motif Silk Hand-Embroidered Suzani Tapestry is a masterpiece of traditional craftsmanship. Inspired by the opulence of the Ottom...
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2010s Turkish Islamic Tapestries

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Silk

Antique Turkish Silk and Gold Hereke Tapestry with Flower of the Seven Mountains
Located in Dallas, TX
77024, this opulent antique Turkish silk and gold Hereke tapestry with flower of the seven mountains. Featuring a central medallion of cinnamon-red floating in a cut out medallion of...
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Early 20th Century Turkish Rococo Tapestries

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Gold

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...
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17th Century Italian Baroque Antique Tapestries

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Satin, Silk

Rare Midcentury Small Rug / Carpet or Wall Tapestry Ege Rya, Denmark, 1970s
Located in Praha, CZ
- very rare type
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1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tapestries

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Fabric, Wool

Wonderful Vintage South American Andean Peruvian Manta Cloth Kilim weaving
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Beautiful midcentury Kilim tapestry, Vintage Andean Peruvian Manta Cloth South American Vintage Textiles. A Vintage Manta cloth from the High Andes region of Peru Woven in came-lid f...
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Mid-20th Century Peruvian Tribal Tapestries

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Wool, Cotton

Vintage French Scenic Tapestry Wall Hanging, 1950s
Located in Barntrup, DE
This vintage scenic tapestry shows courting couples in an idyllic country setting by a lake, a cherub statue, waterfall. It is made in a soft, light color palette of greens, pinks, a...
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Mid-20th Century French Rococo Tapestries

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Fabric, Tapestry

17th Century Flanders Biblical Tapestry life of Moses ( 10' x 12'8"-305 x 385 )
Located in New York, NY
17th Century Flanders Biblical Tapestry ( 10' x 12'8" - 305 x 385 ) Subject: Scene from a life of Moses Series, probably the reconciliation of Miriam and Zipporah Period: Late 16th ...
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Early 17th Century Belgian Antique Tapestries

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Wool

Modernist Muse: A Rare Vintage Swedish Flossa Rug in Sculptural Grid
Located in Dallas, TX
79050 Vintage Swedish Scandinavian Flossa Rug, 05'09 x 07'11. A vision of Nordic restraint meets Bauhaus bravado, this vintage Swedish Flossa rug is...
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Early 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Tapestries

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Wool

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.

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