How were large antique tapestries originally displayed?

Historic interiors utilised these heavy textiles primarily as wall insulation in draughty stone castles and manor houses, hanging them on hooks or wooden battens to cover cold masonry. Over subsequent centuries, wealthy households repurposed them as decorative focal points in drawing rooms, sometimes cutting larger pieces down to fit specific wall panels or integrating them into firescreens and upholstery.

What is the difference between a verdure and a historical tapestry?

Verdure tapestries focus almost entirely on lush landscapes, woodland scenes, foliage and occasional animals, creating a moody, atmospheric backdrop for a room without telling a specific story. Historical or mythological tapestries depict specific narratives involving human figures, deities, or biblical events, requiring skilled figurative weaving and careful composition of facial expressions and gestures.

How should a textile wall hanging be cared for?

Preserving a historic textile requires mounting it securely to distribute its weight evenly across a breathable backing fabric, avoiding direct tension on fragile old fibres. Protecting the piece from direct sunlight prevents the fading of natural wool and silk dyes, whilst maintaining stable indoor humidity guards against mould and insect damage.

How do you distinguish Aubusson work from Flemish weaving?

Flemish pieces, particularly those from the seventeenth century, typically feature deep, dark greens and earthy tones within dense woodland settings, often framed by elaborate floral borders. Aubusson production generally favours lighter pastel palettes, graceful pastoral vignettes, and architectural or floral cartouches characteristic of later French decorative taste.

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A large antique tapestry brings centuries of woven narrative, botanical verdure and heraldic display directly onto a wall.

1900 - 1920

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Large Needlework Upholstered Armchair.

From Rupert Hitchcox Antiques

£240

3+ MONTHS AGO

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18th century

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287 X 250cm 17/18th Century Verdure Tapestry Possibly Audenarde

From James Cohen Antique Carpets

£4,250

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18th century

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170 X 318cm 18th Century Verdure Tapestry

From James Cohen Antique Carpets

£3,750

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A Wonderful Crewelwork Wall Hanging or Carpet

1900 - 1920

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A Wonderful Crewelwork Wall Hanging or Carpet

From Youlls Antiques

£1,250

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19th century

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Large 19th Century English Needlepoint Carpet

From Jake Wright Antiques Ltd.

£2,300

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The Corn Field - J Constable, a Large Framed Wool Work Picture C 1900

1900 - 1920

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The Corn Field - J Constable, a Large Framed Wool Work Picture C 1900

From Robert Belcher Antiques

£1,150

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19th century

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Large Anglo Indian Stool

From John Howkins Antiques

£425

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Fine European Wool and Metal Thread Tapestry Panel, 3.32m X 0.96m

19th century

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Fine European Wool and Metal Thread Tapestry Panel, 3.32m X 0.96m

From Aaron Nejad Carpets and Rugs

£3,950

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19th century

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Victorian Walnut Centre Stool

From Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors

£850

3+ MONTHS AGO

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1900 - 1920

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Large Signed Tapestry on Board

From Fernyhough Antiques Ltd

£495

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Flemish weavers occasionally hid tiny domestic pets within dense woodland verdure scenes, rewarding close inspection with an unexpected hare or squirrel.

1920 - 1940

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Large Tapestry / Wall Hanging

From Merchant House Antiques

£595

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Rare Large Gothic Carved Chair. Circa 1800.

19th century

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Rare Large Gothic Carved Chair. Circa 1800.

From Dragoncharger Antiques

£1,750

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19th century

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Large Mid-19th Century German Berlin Wool Work Tapestry Gilt-framed Wall Hanging

From Artsonline

£875

3+ MONTHS AGO

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19th century

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Antique Aubusson

From Farnham Antique Carpets

£15,000

3+ MONTHS AGO

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19th century

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19th Century Tapestry

From Youlls Antiques

£2,250

3+ MONTHS AGO

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Antique Pirot / Sarkoy Kilim of Fine Banded Design, Large Size, Superb Condition, Circa 1920.

1900 - 1920

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Antique Pirot / Sarkoy Kilim of Fine Banded Design, Large Size, Superb Condition, Circa 1920.

From Cotswold Oriental Rugs

£3,750

3+ MONTHS AGO

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Large Tapestry

Large Needlework Upholstered Armchair.

287 X 250cm 17/18th Century Verdure Tapestry Possibly Audenarde

170 X 318cm 18th Century Verdure Tapestry

A Wonderful Crewelwork Wall Hanging or Carpet

Large 19th Century English Needlepoint Carpet

The Corn Field - J Constable, a Large Framed Wool Work Picture C 1900

Large Anglo Indian Stool

Fine European Wool and Metal Thread Tapestry Panel, 3.32m X 0.96m

Victorian Walnut Centre Stool

Large Signed Tapestry on Board

Large Tapestry / Wall Hanging

Rare Large Gothic Carved Chair. Circa 1800.

Large Mid-19th Century German Berlin Wool Work Tapestry Gilt-framed Wall Hanging

Antique Aubusson

19th Century Tapestry

Antique Pirot / Sarkoy Kilim of Fine Banded Design, Large Size, Superb Condition, Circa 1920.

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