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Old world cartographers made map-making an art form. Here a fine work of art has been translated into textile form. It features the work of Henricus Hondius II, a Dutch engraver, cartographer, and publisher. Initially produced in 1630, this design displays portraits of Julius Caesar, Claudius Ptolemy, Jodocus Hondius, Henricus' father, and Gerardus Mercator. On the map, we also see the four elements of earth, fire, air, and water in all their glory. This wall tapestry is the perfect piece to...
This brand new wall tapestry is based on a 1626 map by John Speed a respected cartographer, get captured in its antiquity and vibrancy! The perfect piece for the office or any room that you want to bring a nostalgic feel to.
Enjoy this brand new tapestry reproduction from the famous Lady and the Unicorn tapestry series. In this scene, the lady stands in front of a tent, across the top of which is written "À Mon Seul Désir", an obscure motto, variously interpretable as "my one/sole desire", "according to my desire alone"; "by my will alone", "love desires only beauty of soul", "to calm passion". Her maidservant stands to the right, holding...
This modern wall tapestry brings new life to The Hunt of the Unicorn series which originally consisted of seven pieces woven in wool, silk, and gilt. Originally woven in the Southern Netherlands between 1495 and 1505, it was concluded that they were commissioned by Anne of Brittany, to celebrate her marriage to Louis XII, King of France, on December 6, 1491. This was determined by the A and reversed E featured throughout the series which were interpreted as the first and the last letters of...
In this famous tapestry known as The Unicorn in Captivity, the unicorn is shown alive again and happy, chained to a pomegranate tree surrounded by a fence in a field of flowers. Originally woven in the Southern Netherlands between 1495 and 1505. This is a brand new reproduction tapestry.
Enjoy this brand new tapestry reproduction from the famous Lady and the Unicorn tapestry series. In this scene, the lady is seated, holding a mirror up in her hand. The unicorn kneels on the ground, with his front legs in the lady's lap, from which he gazes at his reflection in the mirror. The lion holds up a pennant.
This old world map tapestry re-creates a double hemisphere map by Frederik de Wit, premier map maker of the 17th century. Polar maps, constellations, and depictions of Aristotle's four elements fill the background.
Enjoy this brand new tapestry reproduction from the famous Lady and the Unicorn tapestry series. In this scene, the lady is taking sweets from a dish held by a maidservant. Her eyes are on a parakeet on her upheld left hand. The lion and the unicorn are both standing on their hind legs reaching up to pennants that frame the lady on either side. The monkey is at her feet, eating one of the sweetmeats.
Maximilian I the emperor of the Burgundian Netherlands from 1477 was a passionate lover of tapestries. The hounds are brought from the imperial hunting lodge.
An amazing old world French medieval style tapestry. This wall tapestry is woven in North Carolina, USA and hand finished by skilled artisans.
This tapestry was created in 1490-1520 in the Southern Netherlands. It was originally woven with wool and silk. This is a brand new reproduction tapestry.
Reminiscent of the British Colonial style of art, this textured vertical wall tapestry depicts palm trees with a colonial seal in the lower right corner of the artwork. Warm earth undertones are complemented by the rich wine colored red border.
Strawberry Thief is one of William Morris' most popular repeating designs for textiles. It takes as its subject the Thrushes that Morris found stealing fruit in his kitchen garden of his countryside home, Kelmscott Manor, in Oxfordshire. To print the pattern Morris used the ancient and painstaking indigo-discharge method he admired above all forms of printing. We have woven the artwork into a colorful wall tapestry.
Enjoy this brand new tapestry reproduction from the famous Lady and the Unicorn tapestry series. In this scene, the lady plays a portative organ on top of a table covered with a Turkish rug. Her maidservant stands to the opposite side and operates the bellows. The lion and the unicorn frame the scene holding up the pennants.
This jacquard wall tapestry is a reproduction of one of the five tapestries from Hunting The Unicorn, woven in the 15th century. This representation shows the hunted unicorn as it cleanses the fountain‚à ö√Æ‚à ö‚à è≈ì©‚à ö√Æ‚à ö‚à è≈é_‚à ö√Æ‚à ö‚à è≈ì©‚à ö√Æ‚à ö‚à è≈é__‚à ö√Æ‚à ö‚à è≈ì©‚à ö√Æ‚à ö‚à è≈é_‚à ö√Æ‚à ö‚à è≈ì©‚à ö√Æ‚à ö‚à è≈é___‚à ö√Æ‚à ö‚à è≈ì©‚à ö√Æ‚à ö‚à è≈é_‚à ö√Æ‚à ö‚à è≈ì©‚à ö√Æ‚à ö‚à è≈é__‚à ö√Æ‚à ö‚à è≈ì©‚à ö√Æ‚à ö‚à è≈é_‚à ö√Æ‚à ö‚à è≈ì©‚à ö√Æ‚à ö‚à è≈é____s water with his horn, viewed by the...
Strawberry Thief is one of William Morris' most popular repeating designs for textiles. It takes as its subject the Thrushes that Morris found stealing fruit in his kitchen garden of his countryside home, Kelmscott Manor, in Oxfordshire. To print the pattern Morris used the ancient and painstaking indigo-discharge method he admired above all forms of printing. We have woven the artwork into a colorful wall tapestry.
A wonderful old world map tapestry. This wall tapestry is woven in North Carolina, USA and hand finished by skilled artisans.
This modern wall tapestry brings new life to The Hunt of the Unicorn series which originally consisted of seven pieces woven in wool, silk, and gilt. Originally woven in the Southern Netherlands between 1495 and 1505, it was concluded that they were commissioned by Anne of Brittany, to celebrate her marriage to Louis XII, King of France, on December 6, 1491. This was determined by the A and reversed E featured throughout the series which were interpreted as the first and the last letters of...
A lovely vintage style tapestry. This wall tapestry is woven in North Carolina, USA and hand finished by skilled artisans.
Enjoy this brand new tapestry reproduction from the famous Lady and the Unicorn tapestry series. In this scene, the lady stands, making a wreath of flowers. Her maidservant holds a basket of flowers within her easy reach. The lion and unicorn frame the lady while holding onto the pennants. The monkey has stolen a flower which he is smelling, providing the key to the allegory.
This is a French woven jacquard wall tapestry. It is based on an embroidered silk door-curtain designed by Henry Dearle in 1890. This artist was the assistant of William Morris and after his death in 1896, he became the artistic director of the company. The symbolism of the acanthus leaf: as a perennial plant it represents enduring or recurring life. The acanthus leaf has been be a very popular design theme throughout time. With its origins dating back to ancient Greece, choosing the acanthus...
A stormy neutral and green old world tropical inspired horizontal tapestry. This wall tapestry is woven in North Carolina, USA and hand finished by skilled artisans.
Subtle earth tones mixed with a touch of the old world make this the perfect wall hanging for the home.
A beautiful vintage flavored tropical world map tapestry. This wall tapestry is woven in North Carolina, USA and hand finished by skilled artisans.
This is an Italian jacquard woven wall tapestry. The artwork comes from an 18th century painting by Francesco Guardi detailing merchants waiting for arrival of the ship at port. The city of Venice originated as a collection of lagoon communities banded together for mutual defense from the Lombards, Huns, and other invading peoples as the power of the Western Roman Empire dwindled in northern Italy. This tapestry gives us a historical view of the harbor of the ancient city.
This vintage poster inspired piece would be a great addition to any home office, media room or library. Seen here, the Hiawatha steam engine comes barreling down the tracks with steam rolling out of the stacks. It is leaving behind the skyline in the fog.
The ancient ruins are what gives this wall tapestry an enchanting presence. This wall tapestry is woven in North Carolina, USA and hand finished by skilled artisans.
This artistic tapestry represents an old world map of Italy. Add a unique touch to your space with this European woven wall tapestry!
An old world style tapestry. This wall tapestry is woven in North Carolina, USA and hand finished by skilled artisans.
The ancient ruins are what gives this wall tapestry an enchanting presence. This wall tapestry is woven in North Carolina, USA and hand finished by skilled artisans.
This is an Italian jacquard wall tapestry. This classical verdure scene displays a stunning view swans on the lake amid a verdant forest with a backdrop of the mountains and ancient ruins in the distance.
A large and wide old world tapestry. This wall tapestry is woven in North Carolina, USA and hand finished by skilled artisans.
Navona Square, or Piazza Navona, is an Italian jacquard wall tapestry. It portrays a historical view of the Piazza Navona, a city square in Rome, Italy. It is built on the site of the Stadium of Domitian, built in 1st century AD, and follows the form of the open space of the stadium. The ancient Romans came there to watch the agones (games), and hence it was known as Circus Agonalis, or competition arena.
This old world map tapestry is bordered by mythological scenes and would be a great addition to most any décor.
An ancient Egyptian style tapestry. This wall tapestry is woven in North Carolina, USA and hand finished by skilled artisans.
An awesome vintage poster translated as a wall hanging! This wall tapestry is woven in North Carolina, USA and hand finished by skilled artisans.
Reminiscent of the British Colonial style of art, this textured vertical wall tapestry depicts palm trees with a colonial seal in the lower right corner of the artwork. Warm earth undertones are complemented by the rich wine colored red border.
Ladies with musical instruments stand before the French Royal Palace in this beautiful old world tapestry. The scene depicts the month of December and was one of the twelve presented to Louis XIV.
Large scale ancient Kimono tapestry rendered in delicate greens and pinks. This wall tapestry is woven in North Carolina, USA and hand finished by skilled artisans.
Reproduction of an ancient map of Florence. Add a unique touch to your space with this European woven wall tapestry!
Ancient drawings of animals and people are depicted on this wall tapestry in rich earthen tones.
The hunted unicorn cleanses the fountain’s water with his horn, viewed by the hunters and the animals.