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Monumental European Chinoiserie Tapestry, Hand-Painted Textile, circa 1900–1930
$19,533.74
£14,593.21
€16,500
CA$27,199.76
A$29,224.63
CHF 15,678.95
MX$344,299.81
About the Item
This monumental European Chinoiserie tapestry dates from the early 20th century and represents a highly refined example of hand-painted decorative textile art. Produced in France or Belgium circa 1900–1930, the work is executed on a woven textile ground, most likely cotton or linen, onto which the imagery was painted directly, resulting in a richly pictorial surface with remarkable depth and nuance.
The composition depicts an imagined Eastern garden scene, unfolding across terraces and architectural platforms surrounded by lush vegetation. Elegantly dressed figures, including scholars, attendants, and children, are engaged in daily activities such as offering fruit, carrying vessels, and conversing with one another. The scene is animated yet harmonious, with carefully balanced groupings that guide the eye fluidly across the entire surface. Pavilions, foliage, and distant landscapes create a strong sense of spatial depth, allowing the composition to maintain visual coherence despite its monumental scale.
The color palette is particularly distinguished. Deep, saturated blues are combined with warm ochre, terracotta, and soft red tones, all set against a subtly aged ground that enhances the richness of the pigments. The colors remain vivid and well preserved, indicating the use of high-quality pigments and careful historical use, likely within a refined interior setting.
Constructed from two joined textile panels, the tapestry reflects an original and historically appropriate method used for large-format wall hangings of this period. This construction underscores the ambition and scale of the work and is consistent with early 20th-century European decorative practices.
Unlike traditional handwoven tapestries, this piece was conceived as a painted wall hanging, prioritizing pictorial clarity and expressive detail over visible weave structure. The figures are finely rendered with expressive faces, fluid drapery, and confident brushwork, reflecting skilled atelier production within the European Chinoiserie tradition.
Rare in size, quality, and chromatic strength, this tapestry transcends the purely decorative and functions as a monumental wall artwork. Comparable examples of this scale and condition are seldom encountered, making this an exceptional and visually commanding historic piece.
Condition
Good condition, consistent with age and use. The original seam joining the two textile panels is visible as part of the construction. Light surface wear and patina are present, appropriate for an early 20th-century hand-painted textile. The colors remain strong and well balanced.
Materials
Hand-painted woven textile, cotton or linen
Origin
France or Belgium
- Dimensions:Height: 82.68 in (210 cm)Width: 106.3 in (270 cm)Depth: 0.4 in (1 cm)
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- Date of Manufacture:1900-1930
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Good condition, consistent with age and use. The original seam joining the two textile panels is visible as part of the construction. Light surface wear and patina are present, appropriate for an early 20th-century hand-painted textile.
- Seller Location:Antwerp, BE
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU950448326982
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