Description
Wonderful Tapestry in the Gobelins style and includes a multitude of magnificent col-ours, subtle yet properly incorporated to bring out the beautiful scenery. Fully lined and surrounded by a beautiful acanthus border. The colours are mainly neutral: greys, ec-rus, and beiges, except for different shades of peach which are used on clothing and flowers.
It is a charming scene of a young Nobleman and a young lady passing a pleasant time in the woodlands with an attendant tying the shoe, lovely details. Includes the rod and tassels.
Based on COURTLY SCENES by François Boucher (1703 – 1770), who has been the official painter of Louis XVth, King of France, in 1765. “Point Jacquard” weave – Tapisserie Metrax / Craye – XVIII-XIX centuries tapestry. The size is approximately 92 cm” in length by 54 cm in height without the rod – a good size for any home/office.
Most objects sold in our gallery are antiques, vintage or used, therefore they will show signs of being antique, vintage or used. There may be signs of scratches, discolouration, chips, cracks wear and tear unknown manufacturers and/or patterns. Please see the photographs as they form part of the description.
Buyers are responsible for all import duties and taxes.
New York, 1982: pp. 45-9.
