Aubusson Tapestry
Artist: D'après J.b Pillement
Aubusson tapestry "Verdure aux pagodes" in wool and silk from a cartoon by *Jean-Baptiste Pillement Louis XV XVIIIth century.
In the foreground, a fantastical animal grasps a goose in its mouth, the whole brightened up by numerous red flowers.
In the background, a pagoda standing on a rampart, from which river water flows, surrounded by a palm tree on one side and a tree with red fruits on the other.
Several buildings can be seen in the background, one of which is particularly striking: a temple on a rocky mound with trees.
Very good condition of the tapestry and colors, allowing it to be unlined, only a braid has been placed with its hanging system.
A similar tapestry is reproduced on page 130 of the book "les tapisseries d'Aubusson et de Felletin.(see photos)
*Jean-Baptiste Pillement dit Jean Pillement, born May 24, 1728 in Lyon where he died April 26, 1808, was a French painter and aquafortist. He was one of the great representatives of the Rococo movement throughout Europe, painting for the King of Poland and Queen Marie-Antoinette.
In the foreground, a fantastical animal grasps a goose in its mouth, the whole brightened up by numerous red flowers.
In the background, a pagoda standing on a rampart, from which river water flows, surrounded by a palm tree on one side and a tree with red fruits on the other.
Several buildings can be seen in the background, one of which is particularly striking: a temple on a rocky mound with trees.
Very good condition of the tapestry and colors, allowing it to be unlined, only a braid has been placed with its hanging system.
A similar tapestry is reproduced on page 130 of the book "les tapisseries d'Aubusson et de Felletin.(see photos)
*Jean-Baptiste Pillement dit Jean Pillement, born May 24, 1728 in Lyon where he died April 26, 1808, was a French painter and aquafortist. He was one of the great representatives of the Rococo movement throughout Europe, painting for the King of Poland and Queen Marie-Antoinette.
4 800 €
Period: 18th century
Style: Louis 15th - Transition
Condition: Excellent condition
Material: Tapestry
Width: 255 cm
Height: 202 cm
Reference (ID): 1756718
Availability: In stock
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