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165 X 248cm 18th Century European Needlework Tapestry, Probably French
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165 X 248cm 18th Century European Needlework Tapestry, Probably French

18th century
Sold 1 January 1900 · James Cohen Antique Carpets
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Obviously inspired by a verdure tapestry this beautiful needlework was probably made in France, and is a monumental piece of work. Needlework is much slower than tapestry so would have taken much longer than a tapestry of equivalent size. The subject matter is familiar and soothing, layers of green and blue foliage, a pair of birds and various flowering plants in front of a distant background, possibly mountainous and a fair attempt at aerial perspective has been made, where things further away appear lighter in colour. An almost regal border with a gold background and a leafy vine winding around a pole. Freshly lined, conserved and lightly cleaned, ready for your wall.

5'5" x 8'4"

Date of Manufacture

James Cohen Antique Carpets has dated this 18th Century French Tapestry to the 1750s.

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Obviously inspired by a verdure tapestry this beautiful needlework was probably made in France, and is a monumental piece of work.
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Needlework is much slower than tapestry so would have taken much longer than a tapestry of equivalent size.
James Cohen Antique Carpets

The subject matter is familiar and soothing, layers of green and blue foliage, a pair of birds and various flowering plants in front of a distant background, possibly mountainous and a fair attempt at aerial perspective has been made, where things further away appear lighter in colour. An almost regal border with a gold background and a leafy vine winding around a pole. Freshly lined, conserved and lightly cleaned, ready for your wall.

5'5" x 8'4"

Date of Manufacture

James Cohen Antique Carpets has dated this 18th Century French Tapestry to the 1750s.

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SA1219364
James Cohen Antique Carpets
James Cohen Antique Carpets
Sellingantiques verified Since Feb 2021

Specialist in antique rugs, carpets and textiles 16th-19th centuries

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Archive I An 18th-century European needlework tapestry depicting lush botanical trees, perched birds, and floral motifs surrounded by a decorative foliate border. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

165 X 248cm 18th Century European Needlework Tapestry, Probably French

Archive II An 18th-century European needlework tapestry depicting lush botanical trees, perched birds, and floral motifs surrounded by a decorative foliate border. View II
Archive III An 18th-century European needlework tapestry depicting lush botanical trees, perched birds, and floral motifs surrounded by a decorative foliate border. View III
Archive IV An 18th-century European needlework tapestry depicting lush botanical trees, perched birds, and floral motifs surrounded by a decorative foliate border. View IV
Archive V An 18th-century European needlework tapestry depicting lush botanical trees, perched birds, and floral motifs surrounded by a decorative foliate border. View V
Archive VI An 18th-century European needlework tapestry depicting lush botanical trees, perched birds, and floral motifs surrounded by a decorative foliate border. View VI
Archive VII An 18th-century European needlework tapestry depicting lush botanical trees, perched birds, and floral motifs surrounded by a decorative foliate border. View VII
Archive VIII An 18th-century European needlework tapestry depicting lush botanical trees, perched birds, and floral motifs surrounded by a decorative foliate border. View VIII
Archive IX An 18th-century European needlework tapestry depicting lush botanical trees, perched birds, and floral motifs surrounded by a decorative foliate border. View IX
Archive X An 18th-century European needlework tapestry depicting lush botanical trees, perched birds, and floral motifs surrounded by a decorative foliate border. View X
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Archive XII An 18th-century European needlework tapestry depicting lush botanical trees, perched birds, and floral motifs surrounded by a decorative foliate border. View XII
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An 18th-century European needlework tapestry depicting lush botanical trees, perched birds, and floral motifs surrounded by a decorative foliate border.
165 x 248cm 18th Century European Needlework Tapestry, Probably French
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An 18th-century European needlework tapestry depicting lush botanical trees, perched birds, and floral motifs surrounded by a decorative foliate border.
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  • ObjectTapestries
  • Period18th century
  • StyleFrench Baroque
  • MaterialWool, Silk, Linen
  • ColourGreen, Ochre
  • MotifsVerdure foliage, Perched birds, Foliate border, Botanical flowers

This eighteenth-century European needlework tapestry depicts lush botanical trees, perched birds, and floral motifs surrounded by a decorative foliate border. Made of wool, silk, and linen, the textile displays a palette of green, blue, and ochre, showing fresh lining, conservation, and light cleaning alongside a regally styled border with a gold background and a leafy vine winding around a pole. Measuring 165 cm by 248 cm, the monumental wall hanging displays layers of verdure foliage in front of a distant background. Suitable for period homes, this piece works well on a staircase wall or within a French chateau interior setting. The soothing subject matter and botanical elements bring traditional textile artistry to large living spaces or hallways. Hanging this tapestry requires appropriate wall fixtures designed to support textile wall hangings safely.

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Verdure tapestries are decorative wall hangings featuring landscapes dominated by trees, foliage, and natural scenes. Originating prominently in Western Europe during the 16th to 18th centuries, these textiles focused on botanical motifs rather than narrative or historical figures.

Eighteenth-century needlework tapestries were typically crafted using wool and silk threads stitched onto a sturdy linen or canvas backing. Wool provided structural integrity and rich depth of shade, while silk was utilised for fine highlighting in details such as floral petals and plumage.

Authentic 18th-century pieces display subtle natural dye variations alongside uneven hand-spun thread diameters. Inspection of the reverse side often reveals hand-stitched reinforcements, original lining remnants, and gentle, irregular fading consistent with age.

A large antique tapestry serves as a dramatic focal point when hung against a neutral or dark backdrop in a hallway, dining room, or living space. Balancing the intricate botanical design with clean-lined modern furniture creates a sophisticated architectural contrast.

Preserving an antique tapestry requires hanging it with a padded mounting strip to distribute weight evenly and prevent stretching. Keep the textile away from direct sunlight, maintain stable humidity levels, and consult a professional textile conservator for specialised cleaning.
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