Pair Of Indo-portuguese Wall Hangings Featuring Mythical Creatures, 220 X 159 Cm

A large and spectacular pair of printed cotton wall hangings featuring polychrome designs on a deep indigo background, likely produced for the Portuguese market in the 19th century.

The particularly original design consists of a multitude of stylized animal figures, birds, horses, fantastical creatures, and symbolic motifs arranged in regular registers. A wide border frames the composition with stylized landscapes, palm trees, and exotic plant motifs.

This type of textile attests to the artistic exchanges between Portugal and Asia, particularly the trading posts in India and the Indonesian archipelago. Preserved in a Portuguese aristocratic residence, this tapestry possesses remarkable decorative appeal and is a fine example of textiles produced for the European elite.

The colors are well-preserved and highly decorative.

Dimensions each:
Height: 220 cm
Width: 159 cm

Beautiful collector’s pieces that can also be displayed as wall hangings or decorative elements in a classic or contemporary interior.

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