Vintage Wall Tapestry, English, Needlepoint, The Lady and the Unicorn, C.1980

Our Stock # 18.7908

This is a vintage wall tapestry. An English, needlepoint scene depicting The Lady and the Unicorn, dating to the late 20th century, circa 1980. 

This striking tapestry is a quality recreation of the 15th century renaissance series of tapestries known as Dame a la L'icorne (The Lady and the Unicorn). A series of six, this fascinating tapestry represents the central element of the whole - La Gout (The Sense of Taste).

• Of appealing size for the smaller wall at 78.5cm x 66cm (31" x 26")
• Displaying a desirably aged patina and in good order throughout
• Enthusiastic woven detail to the quality needlepoint tapestry, with attractive pattern borders
• Light scarlet red ground with a palette of blue and golden tones

• The titular lady and her courtier sit between a lion and the unicorn
• Fruiting trees framed by heraldic flags stand within a bountiful garden
• Of the small animals are present, the allegorical monkey is experiencing the sense of taste from his stolen treat
• Accepts a mounting rail through the four decorated hanging loops

This is a highly decorative vintage tapestry with a beautiful renaissance revival taste. Delivered ready to mount and enjoy.

Dimensions:
Max Width: 78.5cm (31'')
Max Depth: 0.5cm (.25'')
Max Height: 66cm (26'')