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'')
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