One of the ‘Dame a la Licorne’ series, which were woven circa 1490 and depict the five senses. The ensigns on the standard and the shields are those of the noble family by whom the tapestries were commissioned.

Silk screened tapestries are also known as serigraphic tapestries. Each silk-screened tapestry is serigraphed onto irregularly woven fabric (wool, cotton or linen). Considerable labour is required with this process, including hand-painting to finish the details. Silk screen tapestries appear antiqued and aged giving them the look and feel of tapestries that hang in museums today.

Features

Dimensions          145 x 132 cm
Tapestry Type     Silk Screened
Silk Screened       In France