77237 Antique French Aubusson Verdure Tapestry, Adonis, Venus, & Amour Wall Hanging 07'00 x 14'06.
Immerse yourself in the regal splendor of this antique French Aubusson verdure tapestry, a masterpiece that transcends mere decoration and enters the realm of mythic storytelling. Woven with exquisite artistry, this museum-worthy textile draws inspiration from the opulent visual languages of Francesco Albani, Peter Paul Rubens, and Jan van Orley—the great masters of Baroque sensuality and allegorical grandeur. At its heart unfolds a captivating mythological tableau of Venus, Adonis, and her son Cupid (Amor)—a story of divine love and mortal fate, whispered through thread and time. This is not simply a tapestry; it is a narrative of seduction, longing, and nobility, immortalized in silk and wool for the discerning collector who seeks rarity, symbolism, and prestige.
To the left, the eye is drawn to a classical architectural reverie—a Corinthian portico and cascading fountain, nestled within a refined cityscape that evokes the imagined realms of Renaissance romance. There, the goddess Venus, draped in ethereal grace, beckons Adonis with a gaze that promises eternal beauty. Amor lingers behind, bow in hand, reminding us that passion is both weapon and gift. From this moment of divine intrigue, the scene gently unfurls into a verdant Arcadian dream—towering trees, flowering shrubs, and rolling hills create a visual symphony of life and fertility, speaking to the enduring harmony between humanity and nature.
The right side of the composition draws the viewer deeper into the pastoral fantasy. A lone bridge traverses a quiet stream, a symbol of crossing from the known to the sublime. In the distance, a noble couple stands poised—he with a spear, she with anticipation—on the brink of a fateful hunt. This poignant addition enriches the tapestry with narrative depth, inviting reflection on courage, destiny, and the fragility of beauty. The subtle interplay of figures and foliage, myth and realism, makes this piece an allegorical jewel that transcends time. The delicate ribbon scroll border—elegant and restrained—frames the myth like a rare painting in a Venetian palace.
Rendered in a softly weathered palette of cerulean, verdigris, bronze-kissed beige, and loamy brown, this verdure tapestry embodies the French tradition of water gardens and forest scenes. The color story itself is a whisper from nature’s most serene corners—a Biophilic elegance rooted in the noble pursuit of harmony. Owning a tapestry of this caliber is more than acquisition; it is a commitment to heritage preservation, a reverence for classical artistry, and an investment in a narrative that elevates space, soul, and social consciousness. Pieces like this are scarce—woven during an era when craftsmanship was not just skill, but sacred duty. This is not just art for the wall—it is an heirloom of imagination, symbolism, and status.
- Abrash.
- Lined with a fabric backing.
- Handwoven silk and wool.
- Made in France.
- Measures: 07'00 x 14'06.
