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The Gilded Heraldry: A Late 19th Century French Masterpiece of European Elegance

$1,399
£1,056.89
€1,212.03
CA$1,952.04
A$2,124.42
CHF 1,126.15
MX$25,558.35
NOK 14,283.21
SEK 13,068.14
DKK 9,054.76

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79418 Antique French Tapestry, 02'05 x 02'06. Woven for interiors that celebrated lineage and cultivated taste, this late 19th century French tapestry commands attention with unapologetic grandeur. At its heart, an ornate heraldic composition unfolds—symmetrical, ceremonial, and rich with symbolic authority. The central coat of arms anchors the scene like a declaration of status, framed by allegorical female figures whose elongated forms and flowing garments echo Renaissance ideals of virtue, abundance, and nobility. This is not ornament for the ordinary wall; it is visual architecture for rooms designed to impress. The surrounding imagery is dense and deliberate. Mythical creatures, flowering vines, and stylized trees create a living tableau of power and prosperity, each motif carefully balanced within the field. The millefleur-style ground recalls aristocratic European court tapestries, where nature was rendered not as wilderness, but as an ordered paradise—cultivated, symbolic, and eternal. The narrative quality invites the eye to wander, discovering new details with every encounter, reinforcing the sense of ownership over something layered and intellectually rich. Equally striking is the framing: a sumptuous velvet border, quilted and edged with precious metallic trim, elevates the composition from decorative panel to ceremonial object. This architectural border acts like a proscenium, separating the heraldic world within from the space it inhabits, while discreet hanging tabs signal its original intent as a wall-mounted statement piece. Such construction was reserved for interiors of refinement—libraries, salons, and reception rooms where taste was both seen and understood. To own this exquisite work of art is to participate in a tradition of European prestige—where design served as a quiet language of power, culture, and discernment. It speaks to collectors who value rarity over trend, history over novelty, and presence over excess. This is an extraordinary masterpiece that does not follow fashion; it asserts it, offering a timeless expression of heritage suited for the most discerning interiors. Abrash. Desirable Age Wear. Handwoven cotton. Handwoven silk. Metallic thread. Velvet. Made in France. Measures: 02'05 x 02'06. Pile Height: 0.16 of an inch. Date: 1890's. Late 19th Century.
  • Dimensions:
    Width: 29 in (73.66 cm)Length: 30 in (76.2 cm)
  • Style:
    Louis XIV (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Cotton,Metallic Thread,Silk,Velvet,Hand-Woven
  • Place of Origin:
    France
  • Period:
    Late 19th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1890-1899
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Abrash. Desirable Age Wear.
  • Seller Location:
    Dallas, TX
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 79418 Antique French Tapestry, 02 05 x 02 061stDibs: LU942948111142

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