French Aubusson Style Hand Printed Tapestry, 1950s

Immerse yourself in the allure of this mid-20th-century French tapestry, showcasing a design inspired by a 15th-century woven masterpiece titled “Cerfs Ailés” (winged stags) at Rouen Museum. Adorned with exquisite hues of red, yellow, pink , green, brown and blue, this hand-printed masterpiece is meticulously hand printed in cotton foundation at the renowned workshops of Artis Flora , adding a touch of uniqueness to your space. Elevate your surroundings with this enchanting piece of history. of the original masterpiece : The Tapestry of the Winged Stags is a large piece of wool and silk (3.47m x 3.80m). It depicts three winged stags, emblems of the King of France since Charles VI. Crowns and coats of arms with the fleur-de-lis on an azure background hang from their necks. One of the stags is lying in the middle of an enclosure, holding in its paws a red banner adorned with golden suns and featuring Saint Michael, the protector of the Kingdom of France, slaying the dragon. Around the banner pole and on either side of the three stags, the following inscriptions can be read on three banners: – This standard is a sign that loyal Frenchmen never abandon if they do not want to give up their honor. – Glorious arms, victorious above all. – So noble a [thing] under the heavens I could not [carry] better. The animals are depicted in a lush natural setting, scattered with flowers and bushes, in the tradition of “thousand-flower” tapestries highly appreciated in the Middle Ages. Additionally, this scenery holds heraldic significance, with irises and roses being attributes of Charles VII. The ensemble stands out against a backdrop of a maritime landscape.