Our
European tapestry products offer you a wide selection of woven tapestries,
wall hangings and cushion covers for a variety of home and office
décor settings. All are produced by weavers in France, Belgium
and Italy on Jacquard looms and then hand-finished.
Our
collection includes an immense range from 14" square to 12'
long. Many are reproductions of priceless works of art from museums
worldwide; reproducing such tapestries as The Lady and the Unicorn
series whilst others were originally paintings from artists such
as Raphael, Michelangelo, Van Gogh and Monet. Wall hangings are
lined, with a rod pocket for easy hanging. The cushion covers (pillows)
are finished with smart velvet backing and piping.
We
invite you to explore our gallery of tapestry wall hangings online.
It is divided into themed sections for your convenience.
The
late Victoria era saw fresh artistic vision through this
movement, headed in England by William Morris and Edward
Burn-Jones. Many of these British designs are included,
drawing upon medieval themes and weaving methods for inspiration.
You will find Pre-Raphaelite images and also celebrations
of the legend of King Arthur. View
collection>>
A "bell pull"
was basically the Victorian's version of a doorbell. It
consisted of a round brass knob attached by wire through
the front doorjamb to a bell, which was situated in the
front hallway or entry. Pulling the knob rang the bell.
The concept of the bell pull was so appreciated by wealthy
Victorians, that inside the homes of the elite, bell pulls
could be found in most every room. A regal Victorian lady
simply needed to tug at an intricately decorated length
of embroidered fabric with a tassel at the bottom, and moments
later, tea would be brought by the servant.
Bell pulls are highly collectible today as detailed and ornamental
samples of an era of gracious living. They are well suited
to decorate and fill in small areas of wall space, which require
something elegant and different. View
collection>>
The
18th and 19th centuries were times of grand elegance in Europe.
Our collection includes examples of rich tapestry reproductions
from the times of Louis XIV and includes works by LeBrun,
Boucher, Huet and Fragonard. View
collection>>
Cushion
Covers
Our
covers may be ordered as unfinished panels, as cushion covers
or even as small tapestries, from 14" to 19" square.
The cushion covers section has been divided into four categories
for your shopping ease. They are medieval>>,
romantic>>
, floral>>
and miscellaneous>>.
All are dry-cleanable.
Great
works of art are sometimes reproduced as wall tapestries.
Ours span hundreds of years in many artistic styles and include
works of Monet, Michelangelo and Van Gogh. View
collection>>
Ever
popular, these wall tapestries offer a surprising variety for
homes and offices. View
collection>>
Medieval
Thousands
of medieval weavers produced the designs many of us associate
most as tapestries and wall hangings. For your ease these
are in four groups.
The
Bayeux Tapestry
Though neither medieval (11th century) nor a tapestry (an embroidery)
this unique historical record, measuring 231 feet long and 20
inches wide, nonetheless introduces our medieval collection.
We offer several scenes from the narrative. View
collection>>
The
Lady with the Unicorn
The six 12 foot high masterpieces, which are perhaps the most
famous of all. We have many versions and details of these early
16th century tapestries celebrating the senses. Their colourful
history culminated in their present display as national treasures
in a circular room at the Cluny Museum in Paris. View
collection>>
Wine
and Feasts
Fifteenth century tapestries from the prolific Loire Valley
usually featured peasants and nobility engaged in their pursuits,
the most popular centering upon wine. These colourful "mille
fleurs" scenes are rich in detail and full of charm. View
collection>>
Mostly
drawn from 16th to 18th century originals including the famous
tapestries of Francois Boucher. There are hunting scenes,
forests, and scenes of rural activities. View
collection>>
The
Bayeux Tapestry
The
Lady with the Unicorn
Wine
and Feasts
Miscellaneous
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