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Mid-Century Folkloric Tapestry of Four Schoolgirls in Traditional Dress

$9,900
£7,569.08
€8,718.05
CA$13,872.94
A$15,487.83
CHF 8,115.39
MX$189,586.21
NOK 103,065.52
SEK 97,177.70
DKK 65,063.69
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This vibrant mid-century handwoven tapestry captures a charming folkloric scene of four schoolgirls dressed in traditional attire, brought to life through a radiant palette of autumnal hues—crimson, golden yellow, burnt orange, and soft lavender. Rich in texture and emotion, the tapestry exudes warmth, storytelling, and nostalgia, making it a captivating example of vintage textile art. Reminiscent of Marc Chagall’s dreamlike murals at the Metropolitan Opera House, the composition masterfully balances expressive color with whimsical charm. Each figure is rendered with a poetic mix of abstraction and detail, lending the piece visual movement and emotional resonance. This one-of-a-kind artisan wall hanging is a perfect statement piece for mid-century modern interiors, folk art collections, or textile art galleries. A rare fusion of craftsmanship, imagination, and vintage soul—ideal for collectors, designers, and those drawn to narrative art with a timeless feel. Dimensions: 38" x 70" Date of Manufacture: 3rd Quarter of the 1900s Place of Origin: Europe Material: Wool Condition: Excellent The Persian Knot Gallery, SKU 1733 mid-century tapestry, vintage handwoven wall art, folkloric textile art, schoolgirls tapestry, Marc Chagall inspired textile, artisan wall hanging, vintage fiber art, mid-century modern wall decor, collectible folk art, textile art with figures, autumn color tapestry, vintage wall hanging with people, handwoven art wall decor, 1950s 1960s textile art, retro wall textile, unique vintage tapestry, Large Wall Tapestry, Handwoven Tapestry, Handmade Quilt, Modernist Tapestry, Mid Century Wall Tapestry, Handwoven Wall Art.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 38 in (96.52 cm)Width: 70 in (177.8 cm)Depth: 0.5 in (1.27 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Cotton,Wool,Hand-Knotted,Hand-Woven,Vegetable Dyed
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1960-1969
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    Barrington, IL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: The Persian Knot, SKU 17331stDibs: LU8224237327832

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