This tapestry is a fine example of a classical Verdure Tapestry, woven in the town of Lille in France the 17th Century. Many Verdure (or Greenery) Tapestries were woven throughout the 16th to 18th Centuries, with designs based on plant forms, reflecting the interest in botanical themes during this period. These tapestries featured country scenes, often with birds, rivers and castles. The town of Lille, together with Arras and Oudenarde, were important weaving centres patronised by the aristocracy. Production was often carried out by small family workshops GROUPED in guild organisations, creating mainly le rustique style tapestries, such as the ever popular Verdures, and other rural landscapes.

Size 150 x 152cm

Price $1300     all inclusive